Amid ongoing protests in Kenya, a local software developer has launched a platform to help locate missing persons. Joy Mutheu, the creator of the tool, aims to reconnect families separated during the current period of unrest.
Mutheu introduced herself and her project on X post, stating:
The platform, accessible at lostinkenya.org, utilizes artificial intelligence to assist in the search for missing individuals. Mutheu explained the purpose of the website, saying:
The tool allows users to report missing persons and search for information about those who have been reported missing. It aims to centralize efforts to locate individuals who may have lost contact with their families during the protests.
Mutheu emphasized the importance of community involvement in the platform’s success.
We would greatly appreciate your support in spreading the word and encouraging data input from Kenyans. You can make a real difference in reuniting families, she added.
Mutheu also offered guidance on how to use the platform effectively.
Before you visit City Mortuary, click on the link lostinkenya.org. Report and find any missing persons from this website, she advised.
The developer’s efforts come at a crucial time, as protests have led to increased concerns about the safety and whereabouts of individuals across Kenya. By leveraging technology, Mutheu and her team hope to provide a vital service to those affected by the current situation.
The platform offers two ways for users to access its services. Mutheu explained,
Mutheu concluded her message with a call to action, stating;
We would greatly appreciate your support in spreading the word and encouraging data input from Kenyans. You can make a real difference in reuniting families.
Her appeal emphasizes the platform’s reliance on community participation to achieve its goal of reconnecting separated families during this period of unrest in Kenya.