Violence erupts in Homa Bay ahead of opposition rally
An AFP journalist described chaotic scenes early Sunday morning in the centre of town...
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Violence erupted in Homa Bay, Kenya, on Sunday morning ahead of an opposition rally, with reports of armed individuals attacking civilians and blocking roads.
- The violence occurred shortly before a planned rally by the opposition Linda Mwananchi movement.
- Key figures include opposition leaders and Homa Bay county governor Gladys Wanga.
- Police stated that 15 individuals were arrested on Saturday, described as "hired criminals" intending to disrupt political activities.
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