Deadly violence against protesters in Kenya

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Protesters near the parliament in Nairobi on June 25, in connection with the second anniversary of the 2024 anti-government protests. Photo: Henry Naminde/AP/TT

At least one person has been killed in new protests in Kenya, according to reporters on the spot. In the informal settlement of Mathare, police have used tear gas against protesters.

Two more people were injured when clashes broke out between police and protesters in Mathare, AFP reporters said.

Last week, the capital Nairobi was virtually shut down by police, in connection with the second anniversary of the 2024 anti-government protests. As a result of the police presence, the day passed without violence, but a long line of activists were arrested.

Tuesday's protesters were protesting against arrests, particularly of two activists who have not been heard from since their abduction.

Deadly protests also erupted in June last year in connection with the anniversary. The combined death toll from the 2024 and 2025 protests is close to 130, according to Kenyan authorities.