Kenya Police Kill 11, Arrest 567 During Nationwide Anti-Government Protests

Kenya has experienced violent anti-government protests marked by clashes between police and demonstrators on the 35th anniversary of the historic Saba Saba protests. Police fired tear gas and live rounds, resulting in at least 11 deaths nationwide, dozens of injuries, and over 560 arrests, with security forces blocking access to Nairobi's city center to contain unrest. Protesters are demanding President William Ruto's resignation, citing corruption, police brutality, poor governance, and a high cost of living as key grievances. The government has deployed heavy security measures, including road barricades and restrictions on pedestrian and vehicle movement into Nairobi. The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights accused police of using excessive force, operating in plainclothes, and collaborating with armed gangs, allegations denied by authorities. These demonstrations reflect a renewed spirit of resistance reminiscent of the original Saba Saba movement that led to Kenya's transition to multiparty democracy in 1992.