Death, violence, and looting in Rift Valley as protesters take to the streets

Protesters light a bonfire in Nanyuki town on June 25, 2025. [Boniface Gikandi, Standard]

What began as peaceful commemorations for victims of the June 25, 2024, Generation Z protests turned violent, leading to clashes between police and youths in several Rift Valley counties.

In Nyandarua County, a man was reportedly shot dead, while in Molo, a teenager also lost his life in similar circumstances.