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Ruto says recent protests were sponsored, sought to overthrow govt

Protesters react amid clouds of tear gas fired by Kenya police officers during clashes at Saba Saba Day demonstrations in Nairobi on July 7, 2025. [AFP]

Kenyan President William Ruto warned Wednesday against attempts to "overthrow" the government through "unconstitutional means", claiming  recent violent protests were sponsored.

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