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Saba Saba protests: Death toll from Monday demos rises to 31

 Protesters carry their injured colleague during Saba Saba protests in Nairobi on July 7, 2025.  

Photo credit: Billy Ogada | Nation Media Group
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By  Daniel Ogetta

Reporter

Nation Media Group

The death toll from Monday’s Saba Saba protests has risen to 31 according to the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR).

The commission also documented 107 injuries, two enforced disappearances and 532 arrests by Tuesday 7pm.

In a press statement, the commission said that it is “still actively monitoring and following up on all reports and incidences” linked to the July 7 protests across the country.

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KNCHR Vice Chairperson Raymond Nyeris condemned the violations and demanded accountability from all stakeholders, including the police and civilians.

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