At least 16 killed during anti-government protests in Kenya
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Protests in Kenya to mark the anniversary of deadly 2024 anti-tax protests turned deadly themselves. Rights group Amnesty Kenya said at least 16 people were killed, and 400 others were injured in Wednesday's demonstrations. A government minister accused the protesters of attempting a coup.
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