A police officer who was injured during anti-government protests in Kisumu, western Kenya, has died, according to Inspector General of Police Japheth Koome.
More than 20 police officers were seriously injured while attempting to disperse the demonstrators.
The protests were part of bi-weekly demonstrations held by opposition supporters in Nairobi and other parts of the country, which have recently turned violent. Six journalists were also injured during the protests.
President William Ruto condemned the violence and warned of its negative impact on the economy, while opposition leader Raila Odinga accused the police of brutality against his supporters and alleged an assassination attempt on his life.
Religious leaders and the US envoy are reportedly trying to broker a truce between the opposing sides.
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