Fear, anxiety at county offices as youth turn heat on governors

A protester was rescued by Kenya Red Red Cross after being hit by a teargas canister during anti-government demonstrations in Nairobi on July 16, 2024. [Collins Oduor, Standard]

Ugly scenes were reported during 'occupy counties' protests witnessed in several parts of the country Tuesday.

Hired goons armed with rungus and machetes were spotted in some areas including Kakamega where police had a difficult time dispersing protestors who engaged in cat-and-mouse games.