Bloody July 7 in Nairobi: Police Open Fire on Protesters, Tear Gas and Water Cannons on the Streets!
Every year on July 7, brave activists gather in Nairobi to mark the anniversary of the 1990 “Saba Saba” protests, when Kenyans first stood up against then-President Daniel Arap Moi and demanded multi-party democracy. But this year, the streets turned into a battlefield.
Police Ready for War
The Kenyan police spared no effort – first tear gas, then water cannons, and then they started shooting at protesters! Witnesses saw a man lying motionless on the road with a bloody wound. Is this the price of freedom?
Why the Protests?
The protests began as a reaction to tax hikes but quickly expanded to issues of corruption, police brutality, and mysterious disappearances of government critics. Every year, authorities ramp up police presence, block main roads, and close schools and shopping centers, as if preparing for war, not peaceful protests.
Youth on the Frontline
These demonstrations are led by young people who first raised their voices against the regime in 1990. They still believe in fighting for their rights, even as authorities respond with tear gas and bullets. “We are not ready to go home. If we don’t fight, who will?” said one protester.
Government Calls Protests Terrorism
Interior Minister Kipchumba Murkomen called the protests “terrorism” and promised the government is committed to protecting lives and property. But is shooting at your own citizens protection or terror?
Conclusion: Democratic Struggle or Bloody Crackdown?
While the world watches, a bloody clash unfolds in Nairobi between the government and the people. The anniversary of the fight for democracy has turned into bloody chaos. Will Kenya ever become a land of freedom and justice, or will repression continue to silence the voice of the people?
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