Kenya is in the grip of nationwide unrest as thousands of protesters take to the streets of Nairobi and other major cities, demanding the resignation of President William Ruto. The demonstrations, which began as peaceful marches, escalated after police fired tear gas and heavily deployed security forces across key urban centers.
Authorities have banned live TV and radio coverage of the protests, sparking outrage among citizens and human rights groups who accuse the government of attempting to silence public dissent.
In a public address, President Ruto ordered police to “secure the nation and protect lives,” amid fears of escalating violence. The government has issued warnings against any attempts to storm the president’s office or parliament, both of which are reportedly under tight security lockdown.
Businesses and schools remain shut in many parts of the country, as tensions continue to rise. Protesters, mostly young people, are calling for greater accountability, economic reforms, and an end to what they describe as “authoritarian governance.”
