Hundreds of people were arrested across Kenya on Thursday during demonstrations commemorating last year’s deadly protests against tax hikes. Police stated that 355 suspects were arrested as “criminal elements” attempted to commit crimes during the rallies, while rights groups reported over 361 detentions and accused law enforcement of violating the right to peaceful assembly. The protests marked the second anniversary of the Gen Z-led demonstrations against a finance bill that was later withdrawn following widespread unrest and at least 60 deaths.

• Hundreds were arrested in Kenya on Thursday during demonstrations remembering protesters killed in last year’s anti-tax rallies.
• Police reported 355 arrests, citing “criminal elements” attempting crimes during protests.
• Rights groups stated over 361 people were detained and accused police of violating peaceful assembly rights.
• The demonstrations marked the second anniversary of Gen Z-led protests against a now-withdrawn finance bill.
• At least 60 people were killed in clashes during the previous protests.