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Originally published by Capital Newstop
July 7, 2025
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Tension High as Bonfires, Roadblocks Mark Saba Saba Anniversary Across Kenya
NAIROBI, Kenya July 7 - Parts of Central Kenya were engulfed in smoke and tension on Monday morning as groups of protesters lit bonfires and blocked roads - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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On July 7, protests marked the 35th anniversary of the Saba Saba pro-democracy movement across Kenya, leading to roadblocks and tense confrontations, especially in Central Kenya.
- Traffic was halted on the Mwea–Embu highway due to burning tyres and debris.
- Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen warned against property destruction while police maintained order.
- Youths expressed grievances over police brutality, economic struggles, and demanded accountability with placards stating, “Justice for the Fallen Gen Zs.”
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