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Kenyan Court Suspends Police Ban on Protests Amid Deadly Anti-Government Demonstrations

Lisa Miller by Lisa Miller
July 19, 2024
in Africa, International
Kenya’s President Ruto Fires Entire Cabinet Amid Deadly Protests
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On Thursday, July 18th, a Kenyan court temporarily suspended a police ban on protests in Nairobi following a month of deadly anti-government demonstrations. The protests, initially sparked by unpopular tax hikes, have continued despite the withdrawal of the legislation, with demonstrators now calling for President William Ruto’s resignation.

The protests have turned violent, leading to the deaths of at least 50 people and injuries to 413 since they began on June 18, according to the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights. The police had cited difficulties in ensuring safety and the infiltration of criminal elements as reasons for the ban. Acting National Police Chief Douglas Kanja stated, “No demonstrations will be permitted in the Nairobi Central Business District and its surroundings until further notice to ensure public safety.”

The high court’s decision to suspend the ban came after a civil rights organization filed a suit challenging the police order. The court’s intervention has been met with mixed reactions, with some citizens arguing that the police do not have the authority to ban protests, as the law guarantees the right to peaceful assembly.

The police ban followed a series of increasingly violent demonstrations in Nairobi and other parts of the country. 

President Ruto has made several concessions in response to the protests, including scrapping the contentious finance bill, dismissing his entire cabinet, and promising government cuts. Despite these measures, the protests have persisted, with many Kenyans demanding more comprehensive action against corruption and bad governance.

The police presence in Nairobi remains heavy, with officers using tear gas to disperse demonstrators earlier this week. The protests, initially focused on economic issues, have broadened to include a wider range of grievances against the government, reflecting deep-seated frustrations among the populace.

The suspension of the police ban by the court underscores the ongoing tensions between the government and civil society in Kenya. As the situation develops, the international community will be closely monitoring the actions of both the protesters and the government to see how they navigate this critical juncture.

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