Most businesses remained closed as protesters took to the streets in Kisumu.
Some demonstrators were seen dressed in towels as they protested over the high cost of living.
They carried placards decrying inadequate food supply, unemployment and the Finance Act saying it is unfair and retrogressive.
Demonstrators carried cooking sticks and one had a toothbrush in his mouth.
There was a heavy police presence with water canons to keep off the demonstrators.