Tear gas and tension in Nairobi as anti-government protests escalate
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Police in Nairobi blocked major roads into the Kenyan capital on Monday ahead of planned anti-government protests. Private and public vehicles and most pedestrians were barred from accessing the city center, and many businesses remained closed.
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- Police blocked major roads and restricted access to Nairobi's city centre.
- Tear gas and water cannons were used to disperse protest crowds. 14s
- Protesters demanded President Ruto's resignation over corruption and high living costs. 26s
- The protests coincided with the anniversary of Kenya's first major pro-democracy demonstrations. 38s
- Recent unrest includes violent protests and public anger over police brutality and new taxes. 50s