Kenyan woman's death penalty commuted to life sentence in Vietnam

Macharia Margaret Nduta vietnam

Macharia Margaret Nduta, 37, had initially been sentenced to death in Vietnam for drug trafficking.

Photo credit: Courtersy | Vietnam customs authorities

What you need to know:

  • Nduta’ s case gained attention especially after reports he was underrepresented in court.
  • Dozens of Kenyans are languishing in jails in Asia having been convicted for various crimes.