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Deadly Protests Erupt in Kenya Over Corruption and Police Brutality

7/10/2025

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Kenya Protests Erupt

On July 7, 2024, Kenya erupted in anti-government protests, commemorating the 35th anniversary of the Saba Saba movement. The demonstrations, fueled by youth outrage over corruption and police brutality, turned deadly, claiming at least 11 lives and leading to over 500 arrests. Accusations of excessive force against police intensified as chaos spread through the cities.

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Ruto Condemns Protests

Kenya's President William Ruto has fiercely condemned the anti-government protests, branding participants as terrorists and issuing a stark warning against violence. The unrest, fueled by economic struggles and police brutality, has tragically claimed over 50 lives since June. His controversial order for police to shoot looters in the legs has sparked outrage, raising fears of escalating violence and a desperate call for accountability and reform.

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Kenya Protests Erupt

On July 7, 2024, Kenya erupted in anti-government protests, commemorating the 35th anniversary of the Saba Saba movement. The demonstrations, fueled by youth outrage over corruption and police brutality, turned deadly, claiming at least 11 lives and leading to over 500 arrests. Accusations of excessive force against police intensified as chaos spread through the cities.

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