Activist Boniface Mwangi is expected in court in Kahawa West to face terrorism-related charges. Mwangi was arrested on Saturday at his Lukenya home in Machakos Count ...

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Kenya's President William Ruto has condemned recent anti-government protests that left dozens dead.

Kenya’s President William Ruto has condemned recent anti-government protests that left dozens dead. Speaking Wednesday in Nairobi, he urged police to use force against those destroying property ...

In Kenya, at least 11 people were killed and over 500 arrested Monday as police cracked down on protests marking the 35th anniversary of a pro-democracy uprising on July 7, 1990.

On July 7, young demonstrators in Kenya engaged in protests against the government, leading to violent clashes with authorities. The confrontations resulted in at least 11 fatalities and over 500 ...

The death of blogger Albert Ojwang in police custody last month has given the protests fresh impetus, fuelling anger against the authorities and bringing hundreds onto the streets.

NAIROBI, Kenya -- Police blocked major roads leading into Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, and most businesses remained closed ahead of planned anti-government protests.

Amnesty International says it has deep concerns over the level of repressive policing in Kenya. The comments come after the latest demonstrations in the country last Wednesday, when the NGO says ...