Kenyan opposition leader Odinga suspends anti-government protests

FILE PHOTO: Riot police officers fires teargas canister to disperse the convoy of Kenya's opposition leader Raila Odinga of the Azimio La Umoja (Declaration of Unity) One Kenya Alliance, as they participate in a nationwide protest over cost of living and President William Ruto's government in Nairobi, Kenya March 30, 2023. REUTERS/Stringer

NAIROBI (Reuters) - Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga said on Sunday he was suspending anti-government protests and was ready for talks after an appeal from President William Ruto, though he warned that demonstrations could restart in days.

Thousands have joined three marches over the past two weeks against high living costs and alleged fraud in last year's vote. All have been marred by violence and a fourth rally was scheduled for Monday.