Kenyan police have fired tear gas and water cannons to disperse protesters as thousands took to the streets to mark the first anniversary of anti-government demonstrations that left dozens dead.

Some of the 400 injured had gunshot wounds, a doctors association says, but the authorities have not commented.

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— KTN News (@KTNNewsKE) June 25, 2024 Demonstrators had last week brought the country to a standstill with protests, demanding that a soon-to-be finance law be thrown out.

Some of the 400 injured had gunshot wounds, a doctors association says, but the authorities have not commented.

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Kenya protesters shot dead and fires started in parliament after controversial tax bill passes. The legislation includes new taxes on goods such as period products and nappies.