insert_link Africa Kenyan Police Detain Protesters Including Activist Boniface Mwangi Kenyan police detained several individuals on Thursday as they attempted to deliver a petition to the president's office and lay flowers in memory of those killed during anti-government protests a month ago says Reuters. Among the detainees was Boniface Mwangi, a prominent activist. Protester Hanifa Adan reported on X that some parents of those killed in the June 25 protest were also detained. todayJuly 26, 2024 14
insert_link Africa Renewed Anti-Government Protests in Kenya Result in Fatality According to Reuters, at least one person was killed as anti-government protests reignited across Kenya on Tuesday. Police clashed with demonstrators demanding President William Ruto's resignation. Despite Ruto withdrawing proposed tax hikes and dismissing most of his cabinet, youth-led protests have persisted. Activists are calling for systemic changes to tackle corruption and improve governance. todayJuly 17, 2024 7
insert_link Africa Riot Police Disperse Protests in Nairobi Over Proposed Tax Hike Riot police in Nairobi used tear gas and water cannons to disperse thousands of demonstrators on Thursday during coordinated marches across Kenya protesting government plans to raise $2.7 billion in additional taxes- reports Reuters. Late into the protest, officers fired tear gas to disperse protesters marching near State House, the office and official residence of President William Ruto. todayJune 21, 2024 14
