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Police in Kenya fire teargas to disperse protesters  

Date: Dec 30, 2024

In Nairobi, Kenya’s bustling capital, tensions reached a boiling point this Monday as police clashed with protesters voicing their outrage.

This is over a series of unexplained abductions targeting individuals critical of the government.  The demonstration, which took place in key areas of the city, was met with a heavy police presence, and authorities responded by firing tear gas to disperse the crowds.

Eyewitnesses from Reuters confirmed the use of force, with thick clouds of tear gas billowing into the air as police attempted to control the growing unrest. The protesters, many of whom are human rights activists and political opposition members, have been demanding justice and accountability for those who have disappeared under mysterious circumstances. The wave of abductions has left communities on edge, raising concerns about the safety and freedoms of citizens who voice dissent.

The government has faced mounting criticism from local and international human rights groups over the apparent rise in abductions, with accusations that authorities are targeting opposition figures and activists to suppress dissent. As the protests continued, calls for greater transparency and the protection of fundamental rights in Kenya became louder, with activists insisting that the government must take immediate action to investigate these disappearances and ensure the safety of its citizens.

--Reuters/ ChannelAfrica

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