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Kenya marks protest anniversary amid fears of more violence

Kenya marks protest anniversary amid fears of more violence
France 24 Thursday 25 June 2026, 08:52 UTC By FRANCE24 1 min read
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Kenya on Thursday marks two years since protests against the 2024 Finance Bill turned violent. The police crackdown left more than 60 people dead and hundreds injured. As civil society groups prepare to take to the streets, many fear the government's response.

Kenya on Thursday marks two years since protests against the 2024 Finance Bill turned violent. The police crackdown left more than 60 people dead and hundreds injured. As civil society groups prepare to take to the streets, many fear the government's response. In recent years, the use of violence has become increasingly widespread in Kenya.
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