A year after deadly protests in Kenya against proposed tax increases, thousands of young demonstrators gathered to mark the anniversary, expressing anger towards police brutality and the government's economic policies. Rights groups reported that security forces killed at least 60 people during the protests over tax hikes. Activists called for peaceful demonstrations as police prepared for potential violence. Fear of state-backed gangs loomed as young Kenyans, holding placards and chanting slogans against President Ruto, sought to honor those lost in the struggle for better governance amidst rising economic hardships.
"At least 60 people were killed last year by security forces in weeks of protests over tax rises and the dire economic situation for young Kenyans, rights groups say."
"The anniversary comes amid soaring anger over police brutality, particularly after 31-year-old blogger and teacher, Albert Ojwang, was killed in custody earlier this month following his arrest for criticising a senior officer."
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