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Kenya's president withdraws controversial bill which sparked deadly protests

Sky News Wednesday, 26 June 2024
Kenyan president William Ruto has withdrawn a bill which sparked deadly protests in Nairobi, saying he was "respecting the loud message coming from the people".
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News video: Kenya's president Ruto withdraws finance bill after deadly protests

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The apparent concession came to pass after at least 22 people were killed and scores injured in violent protests in the capital of Nairobi.

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