Hundreds of Kenyans marched peacefully in the capital Nairobi on Sunday, paying tribute to those who died during anti-government demonstrations earlier this week, according to AFP reporters.
The protests erupted in response to a proposed tax increase heavily criticized by the public.
NGOs estimate at least 30 people died in the unrest, while the government has yet to provide an official death toll.
The demonstrations, initially peaceful, turned violent on Tuesday after lawmakers approved the tax hikes under pressure from the IMF.
Clashes erupted as protesters stormed the parliament complex, prompting police to open fire.
A fire also broke out during the confrontation.
These clashes marked an unprecedented level of violence in Kenya’s post-independence history.
On Saturday, a peaceful gathering of several hundred people took place in Nairobi’s Uhuru Park, following a call through local media.
After singing songs, lighting candles, and waving Kenyan flags, the crowd chanted slogans as they marched past the hospital treating some of the injured protesters.
The demonstration dispersed peacefully later that afternoon.
The deadly protests ultimately led President William Ruto’s administration to withdraw the controversial tax bill.
