Dozens of Kenyans took to the streets in Nairobi on Thursday to mark the second anniversary of massive anti-government demonstrations. The original protests, triggered by the surging cost of living and proposed tax hikes, resulted in the deaths of more than 60 people by security forces and the storming of parliament.
Ahead of the planned marches, police set up roadblocks and blocked major roads into the capital, while also cordoning off parliament buildings. During the demonstrations, police fired teargas to disperse crowds gathered near the main police station and detained hundreds of people.
Families of those killed marched toward Parliament demanding justice and compensation. While President William Ruto stated that the protests would be allowed, he warned against any attempts to shut down the country. This annual event has become a showcase of the growing political power of Kenya's youth.