'Part of parliament burned': What led to violent protests in Kenya?
Wednesday, 26 June 2024 () Police in Nairobi, Kenya, fired tear gas and water cannons at crowds protesting proposed tax hikes, resulting in five deaths and 31 injuries, as reported by several NGOs, including Amnesty Kenya. The protests erupted over a finance bill that has sparked significant contention between citizens and the government. The confrontation turned deadly, with five people being shot dead. In a joint statement, several NGOs including Amnesty Kenya reported that five people were shot dead and 31 injured.
The unrest has led to tragic outcomes, with at least five protestors being shot dead and over 150 injured in Nairobi. Police reportedly used tear gas and live rounds to disperse thousands who stormed Kenya's Parliament, setting part of it on fire. Kenyan President William Ruto condemned the protests,...
The largely peaceful protests, primarily led by young Gen-Z activists, escalated into violent confrontations last Tuesday. The situation deteriorated when lawmakers passed the contentious tax..
Deadly protests in Kenya erupted over controversial tax increases, leading to 30 deaths and hundreds injured. Parliament's decision sparked violent clashes, condemned internationally for excessive..
Recent events in Kenya have drawn global attention as the nation grapples with significant unrest. The capital city of Nairobi has become a focal point of tension, with security forces confronting..
Wednesday, 26 June 2024 ()
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