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Protests Sweep Kenya as Saba Saba Day Revives Memories of Fight for Democracy
Protests Sweep Kenya as Saba Saba Day Revives Memories of Fight for Democracy
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Protests Sweep Kenya as Saba Saba Day Revives Memories of Fight for DemocracyPolice blocked many roads in Nairobi's city center on Monday, with shops and businesses shuttered across the country, local media reported.Demonstrators reportedly took to the streets to protest soaring living costs, corruption, and recent alleged police brutality acts.The protests risk hurting Kenya's economy, warned Cabinet Secretary for Investments and Trade Lee Kinyanjui. He urged citizens to avoid "divisive and dangerous" actions, adding that repeated shutdowns damage the country's reputation as an investment destination.2025 marks the 35th anniversary of Saba Saba (7/7) — a turning point in Kenya's democratic struggle. The 1990 protests, despite facing brutal crackdowns, ultimately contributed to the end of former President Daniel Arap Moi's one-party rule.Footage from social media
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Protests Sweep Kenya as Saba Saba Day Revives Memories of Fight for Democracy
Police blocked many roads in Nairobi's city center on Monday, with shops and businesses shuttered across the country, local media reported.
Demonstrators reportedly took to the streets to protest soaring living costs, corruption, and recent alleged police brutality acts.
The protests risk hurting Kenya's economy, warned Cabinet Secretary for Investments and Trade Lee Kinyanjui. He urged citizens to avoid "divisive and dangerous" actions, adding that repeated shutdowns damage the country's reputation as an investment destination.
2025 marks the 35th anniversary of Saba Saba (7/7) — a turning point in Kenya's democratic struggle. The 1990 protests, despite facing brutal crackdowns, ultimately contributed to the end of former President Daniel Arap Moi's one-party rule.
Footage from social media