Civilians injured amid anti-government protests in Kenya

Protesters attacking the police with rocks in Nairobi. Pic/AP

At least twelve protesters were injured in Kenya on Wednesday as police clashed with demonstrators who are calling for the government to lower the cost of living.

The opposition has called for three days of countrywide protests starting Wednesday in a new wave of demonstrations aimed at forcing the president to address the rising cost of living.

President William Ruto had vowed that no protests would take place in the country, saying he would take on opposition leader Raila Odinga "head-on."

Businesses in Nairobi remained closed on Wednesday as police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse protesters.

Demonstrations were reported in several other parts of the country including the western counties of Kisumu, Migori and Kisii where the opposition enjoys huge support. Police on Tuesday said the Wednesday protests were illegal as no permit had been issued.

Day schools in Nairobi and the coastal city of Mombasa were ordered to close by the education minister.

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