Defiant youth storm streets to mark first anniversary of deadly 2024 protests
Defiant youth across Kenya took to the streets on Wednesday to mark the first anniversary of the 2024 anti-government protests that shook the country and left several people dead.
In Nairobi, security was tight as police sealed off major roads leading into the Central Business District (CBD), including Parliament Road, Harambee Avenue, and Kenyatta Avenue.
A protester hiding inside a dustbin around Agha Khan Walk lights a candle. (Barack Oduor)
The demonstrations, largely led by Gen Zs, commemorated the unprecedented storming of Parliament on June 25, 2024, an event that symbolised public outrage over government policies, economic hardship, and police brutality.
Protesters march down Moi Avenue, chanting 'Ruto Must Go'. (Barack Oduor)
Families of victims, human rights groups, and youth organisations vowed to honour those killed or reported missing during last year’s unrest by returning to the streets in peaceful protest.
Despite government warnings and a heavy police presence, groups of young protesters gathered in various parts of the city, chanting slogans and waving placards bearing the names of victims.
Police deployed wire-mesh fences and barricades to control access to key government installations, including the State House and Parliament.
In Nairobi, security was tight as police sealed off major roads leading into the Central Business District (CBD), including Parliament Road, Harambee Avenue, and Kenyatta Avenue.
A protester hiding inside a dustbin around Agha Khan Walk lights a candle. (Barack Oduor)The demonstrations, largely led by Gen Zs, commemorated the unprecedented storming of Parliament on June 25, 2024, an event that symbolised public outrage over government policies, economic hardship, and police brutality.
Protesters march down Moi Avenue, chanting 'Ruto Must Go'. (Barack Oduor)Families of victims, human rights groups, and youth organisations vowed to honour those killed or reported missing during last year’s unrest by returning to the streets in peaceful protest.
Despite government warnings and a heavy police presence, groups of young protesters gathered in various parts of the city, chanting slogans and waving placards bearing the names of victims.
Police deployed wire-mesh fences and barricades to control access to key government installations, including the State House and Parliament.
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