NAIROBI, Kenya — Kenya’s president on Wednesday broke his silence over recent anti-government protests that left dozens dead, saying he would not allow “anarchy” in the country disguised as peaceful demonstrations. President William Ruto said “enough is enough” and urged police to “shoot in the leg” those involved in looting and burning businesses.

The death toll from Kenya's latest anti-government protest has surged to 31, according to the state-funded human rights commission.

The death toll from antigovernment protests in Kenya has surged to at least 31 people, the country’s human rights commission said, with at least 107 others wounded during the nationwide marches.