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Renewed Anti-Government Protests Erupt in Kenya, One Killed as Police Use Tear Gas

Jul 16, 2024, 11:39 AM

Kenya is experiencing renewed anti-government protests as talks proposed by President William Ruto to resolve the political crisis have stalled. Demonstrations have erupted in various regions, including Nairobi, Nyamira, and Kitengela, where protesters have barricaded roads and engaged in running battles with police. In Kitengela, one person was killed and another seriously injured amid the unrest. Police have used tear gas to disperse crowds, and there have been reports of live rounds being fired. Notable locations of unrest include Namanga Highway and Kimathi Street in Nairobi. The situation remains tense as the government faces mounting pressure from demonstrators demanding President Ruto's resignation.