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Kenya, Tanzania Crackdown on Planned Demonstrations

Africa.com

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July 8, 2026

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Heavy police and military deployments prevented planned demonstrations in Kenya and Tanzania as both countries marked politically significant anniversaries. In Kenya, authorities sealed off parts of Nairobi, including parliament, to deter protests commemorating the country’s pro-democracy movement of the 1990s. Several people were arrested, while opposition figures accused the government of intimidating citizens and restricting []

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Reuters

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· Jun 25, 2026

Kenya police disperse group marking deadly 2024 protests

Kenyan police fired tear gas to disperse protesters in Nairobi after dozens took to ‌the streets in memory of demonstrators killed two years ago in anti-government rallies against tax hikes and the cost of living. A total of 355 people were arrested in various parts of the East African country, the interior minister said. Correspondent Edwin Okoth reports from Nairobi. #kenya #police #anniversary #protest #teargas 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

South Africa Today

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· Jul 7, 2026

Tanzania Crackdown Intensifies Ahead of Planned Anti-Government Protests

DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA — Tanzania is currently on high alert as a widespread crackdown on dissent unfolds ahead of planned anti-government protests. Authorities have arrested dozens of individuals in an effort to quell demonstrations organized by activists who are demanding democratic reforms across the East African nation. The planned rallies, scheduled for Tuesday, center []

Al Jazeera English

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· Jul 4, 2026

Kenya protesters and activists reported missing after demonstrations

Families in Kenya are demanding answers after rights groups reported a series of alleged enforced disappearances following anti-government demonstrations. Rights organizations say several people were abducted in recent weeks, with some later found injured after alleging they were tortured. The Kenyan government says it is investigating the reports while denying responsibility for the alleged disappearances. The latest developments come as the country marks two years since deadly anti-government protests in which dozens of demonstrators were killed. Al Jazeera’s Malcolm Webb reports from Nairobi. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

Hungary Today

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· Jun 29, 2026

Christians and Patriots Stage Counter Marches after Pride Orgy Hits Budapest

Citizengo and a citizens’ initiative led by Tamás Gaudi Nagy and Elizabeth-Magyar Valóság organized patriotic demonstrations in the capital on Saturday afternoon, coinciding with Budapest Pride. Based on a report by HírTV, Citizengo’s prayer march proceeded from St. Stephen’s Basilica along Bajcsy-Zsilinszky Street to Kossuth Square. Participants in the “March for the Protection of Interests” [] The post Christians and Patriots Stage Counter Marches after Pride Orgy Hits Budapest appeared first on Hungary Today.

Daily Express

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· Jun 26, 2026

Nairobi fire: Explosion and huge blaze on Ngina Road as people flee and scream

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Related coverage for "Kenya, Tanzania Crackdown on Planned Demonstrations": Reuters — Kenya police disperse group marking deadly 2024 protests. South Africa Today — Tanzania Crackdown Intensifies Ahead of Planned Anti-Government Protests. Al Jazeera English — Kenya protesters and activists reported missing after demonstrations. Hungary Today — Christians and Patriots Stage Counter Marches after Pride Orgy Hits Budapest. Daily Express — Nairobi fire: Explosion and huge blaze on Ngina Road as people flee and scream