US EditionCentral Nairobi sealed off ahead of Kenyan protests
NAIROBI COUNTY, KENYA, JUL 7 – Police erected major roadblocks in Nairobi's CBD and businesses closed as thousands prepared to protest government corruption, police brutality, and high living costs, with 10 deaths reported last month.
- Kenyan police sealed off roads into Nairobi's central business district on July 7 ahead of large protests commemorating historic pro-democracy marches.
- The demonstrations arose from grievances including police brutality, corruption, high living costs, and opposition to President Ruto's tax policies.
- Authorities deployed heavy police presence with roadblocks and razor wire, using teargas and water cannons to disperse protesters who lit bonfires at several flash points.
- At least 16 people died and over 400 were injured during recent protests linked to police brutality and economic discontent, while only 14% of Kenyans now believe the country is heading in the right direction.
- The protests highlight sustained public anger that challenges government revenue measures and governance, suggesting continued tensions and calls for political accountability.
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UN Condemns Deadly Crackdown on Kenyan Protesters, Urges Independent Investigation - teleSUR English
The United Nations Human Rights Office (OHCHR) has expressed deep concern over the killing of at least 10 people during Monday’s anti-government protests in Kenya, calling for a thorough, independent investigation into the use of force by police. According to OHCHR spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani, Kenyan security forces deployed live ammunition, rubber bullets, tear gas, and water cannons to disperse demonstrators in Nairobi and at least 16 other…
UN expresses concerns over use of violence in recent Kenya protests
The United Nations (UN) Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) expressed concerns on Tuesday regarding the violence and death toll during popular protests that occurred in Kenya on July 7. The office urged Kenyan authorities to investigate the violent incidents that resulted in fatalities among civilians, and called for adherence to international human rights laws regarding the use of force by law enforcement officials. The OHC…
Kenya capital locked down as protesters-police clashes continue, at least 10 reported killed
Young Kenyans, frustrated over economic stagnation, corruption and police brutality, are once again engaging in protests that last month degenerated into looting and violence, leaving dozens dead and thousands of businesses destroyed
Eye on Africa - Kenya : police clash with marchers in Nairobi
In Kenya, violence has erupted once again. At least 11 people have been killed in protests, the latest in a wave of anti-government rallies that began last year. Demonstrations marked the 35th anniversary of the historic Saba Saba protests of 7th of July 1990 which launched Kenya's push for multi-party democracy. Police tried to pre-empt the protests by sealing off central Nairobi.
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