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 legislation, prompting protesters to storm the parliament complex in Nairobi. The building was partially set ablaze, and police responded with live ammunition, leading to more casualties and injuries. President William Ruto, facing his most severe crisis since taking office in September 2022, addressed the nation on Sunday. He acknowledged the deaths of 19 people but denied any personal responsibility for the violence, pledging to investigate the fatalities.
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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 force. President Ruto's administration withdrew the tax bill amid public outcry but faces economic strains. Calls for accountability and reform underscore the need to balance fiscal policies with human rights, aiming for a sustainable future.
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Protesters returned to the streets of Nairobi on Thursday, expressing scepticism about Kenyan President William Ruto's recent decision to temporarily suspend an unpopular tax bill. Demonstrators clashed with police, who fired tear gas canisters to disperse the crowds in the city's commercial district, where most businesses remained closed. The resounding message from the protesters was clear: "Ruto must go, Ruto must go." The protests continued despite the police's efforts to intimidate the demonstrators. “The police are trying to scare us away,” said Karege, a protester. “But the president, it's time for him to go, to resign.” Another demonstrator voiced the sentiment that the protests were driven by a desire for peace, not violence. “We’ve been throwing teargas all along. We don’t have a problem with his excellency, the only thing we are seeking is peace.”
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In Kenya, protests against a proposed tax hike led to violence, with police killing at least 10 demonstrators. Thousands stormed parliament, prompting military deployment. President Ruto initially called the actions treasonous but later withdrew the controversial finance bill due to widespread dissatisfaction. The US urged restraint and mourned the loss of life. The unrest, Kenya's biggest government challenge in decades, highlighted tensions between economic reforms and public welfare.
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A funeral procession is held in Nairobi for 19-year-old Ibrahim Kamau, killed outside parliament during the anti-tax protest on 25 June. Kenyan President William Ruto has since withdrawn the deeply..
Kenyan President William Ruto withdrew a controversial tax bill following violent protests that left 23 dead and hundreds injured. The bill, aimed at raising $2.7 billion in additional taxes, sparked..
Kenyan President William Ruto says that a bill containing contentious tax hikes would "be withdrawn", dramatically reversing course after more than 20 people were killed in clashes with police and..
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