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June 25, 2026
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Teargas, arrests greet Gen Z anniversary as police seal off Nairobi

Teargas, arrests greet Gen Z anniversary as police seal off Nairobi

Police sealed off Nairobi, lobbed teargas and arrested protesters on Thursday as Kenyans marked the second anniversary of the June 25, 2024 Gen Z demonstrations that left more than 120 people dead...

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Kenyan police dispersed and arrested protesters in Nairobi on Thursday, June 25, 2026, during commemorations of the second anniversary of the Gen Z demonstrations that resulted in over 120 deaths.

  • Police sealed off major city entry points and used teargas to disperse crowds planning memorial marches.
  • Over 30 people were arrested in Kitengela, Kajiado County, as authorities moved to prevent demonstrations.
  • Families of victims rejected a Sh1.94 billion compensation fund announced by President William Ruto, demanding accountability instead.

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