Kenya’s woman faces Vietnam execution by cocaine traffic

By Jones Gadama

In a heartbreaking turn of events, Margaret Nduta Macharia, a 37 -year -old Kenya woman, will run in Vietnam tomorrow, on Tuesday, after being convicted of drug trafficking. According to the reports, Nduta was arrested in 2023 at the International Airport Tan Nhat in the city of Ho Chi Minh with 2 kilograms of hidden cocaine in their luggage.

Nduta’s terrible experience began in July 2023 when a partner Kenyan approached him, only identified as “John”, who hired her to transport a suitcase to Laos.

They promised a payment of $ 2,300, with an advance of $ 1,300 and the balance in the successful delivery.

Their plane tickets and travel expenses were completely covered.

Nduta’s trip took her through multiple countries, including Kenya, Ethiopia and Qatar, without raising any suspicion.

However, when they arrived in Vietnam, customs officials discovered illegal drugs hidden in their suitcase.

In his defense, Nduta said he was not aware of the contents, stating that John had been deceived by John.

Despite their statements, Vietnamese prosecutors argued that ignorance was not an excuse, and Nduta was convicted and sentenced to death on March 6, 2025.

Its appeal, presented on March 12, was quickly rejected, leaving it without legal resource.

Nduta’s family has been looking forward to intervening in his name.

His mother has appealed to the Kenyan government to diplely involve the Vietnamese authorities to seek clemency or a reduction in their sentence.

The Kenyan government has been criticized for its lack of action in the case.

While the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed concern, it has done little to intervene in the name of Nduta.

Many Kenyans have resorted to social networks to express their outrage and frustration, using hashtags such as #savemargaretnduta and #Justicefornduta to raise awareness.

The case of NDUTA highlights the widest issue of vulnerable employment applicants who are exploited by international crimes rings.

Many young people in Kenya and other developing countries are attracted to the promise of lucrative works abroad, only to be trapped in the traffic schemes of people or drug smuggling.

As Nduta faces his last hours, his history serves as a strong reminder of the dangers of despair and the importance of consciousness and education.

The international community is containing breathing, waiting for a last minute postponement, but the result remains uncertain.

Nduta is scheduled to have its last meal at 1:30 pm, and its execution is scheduled for 2:30 am

As the clock works, the world waits with a collected breath, waiting for a miracle that saves the life of this young Kenya.