Dozens Killed By Kenyan Police During Demos - Report

A 37-page report by Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch documenting excessive use of force by police and other security agents against protesters and residents has been released. Researchers say in some cases, the officers shot or beat protesters to death.

Police officers patrol Kibra streets in Nairobi on August 12, 2017 during protests by residents.

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