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Police offficers in Nakuru arrest activist James Mbugua, a person living with disability during the Gen Z led protest on June 25, 2026. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard]
From flowers laid in memory of fallen protesters to motorcycle chases and arrests, the second June 25 anniversary protests produced images that captured the mood of the day across Kenya.
The scenes reflected moments of tension, remembrance, civic action and sharp contrasts, with some areas witnessing demonstrations, heavy security deployment and deserted streets, while others continued with business as usual.
Among the standout moments was Siaya Governor James Orengo being whisked away on a motorcycle by his bodyguards after anti-riot police deployed a sound blaster vehicle to disperse opposition leaders, activists and families of victims marching along Uhuru Highway toward Parliament Road.
