Summary
Thousands of people in Kenya marched to remember the anniversary of protests from last year, where at least 60 people died due to police actions. The demonstrators, mostly young, called for peaceful protests against President William Ruto’s government, which they blame for high taxes and economic problems. International embassies and rights groups have urged for non-violence and criticized the presence of plainclothed officers at protests.
Key Facts
- Protesters in Kenya marked a year since a deadly protest where security forces killed at least 60 people.
- The demonstrations are against President William Ruto, who faced criticism for proposed tax increases.
- Most of the demonstrators are young Kenyans concerned about the economic situation and lack of job opportunities.
- Police blocked roads and used razor wire to secure government buildings during the protests.
- International embassies and rights groups called for peaceful demonstrations and criticized police actions.
- There is anger over police brutality, worsened by the recent death of a blogger in police custody.
- Charges have been filed against six people, including police officers, accused of murder in the blogger's death.
- Since last year's protests, over 80 government critics have reportedly disappeared, raising concerns about human rights in Kenya.
