Tight security in Nairobi as fuel hike protests begin

Three protesters were arrested on Tuesday near the Kenya National Archives as police and demonstrators clashed across Nairobi in protests against a recent hike in fuel prices...

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Nairobi experienced tight security and clashes between police and protesters on Tuesday as demonstrations against a recent fuel price hike began.

Three protesters were arrested near the Kenya National Archives.
Nairobi Regional Police Commander Issa Mohammud had warned against unlawful gatherings.
Fuel prices increased by Sh28.69 for super petrol and Sh40.30 for diesel per litre before a VAT reduction offered partial relief.

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