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Kenya in Chaos: Violent Tax Protests Shake the Nation

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Kenya is in turmoil as violent protests sweep the nation following the passage of a controversial finance bill in Parliament. The streets of Kenya turned into battlegrounds as clashes between protesters and police resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries. The youth-led movement, warning of economic hardships, took to the streets demanding President William Ruto to reconsider the finance bill. Despite heavy police presence, the protests intensified, leaving the country in a state of chaos.

Amid the chaos, Kenyan protesters are determined to continue their rallies against the tax hikes, with promises of more demonstrations in the future. The scenes of tear gas, rubber bullets, and live ammunition being used by authorities have shocked the nation and raised concerns about the escalation of violence. The Indian Embassy issued an advisory due to the violent protests, highlighting the international impact of the situation in Kenya.

On a more alarming note, the deployment of the military in response to the protests emphasizes the severity of the situation. The clashes have resulted in at least 23 deaths and numerous injuries, indicating the gravity of the unrest in the country. The use of live ammunition and the burning of government buildings have heightened tensions, leading to calls for immediate resolution and peace in Kenya.

The tax protests in Kenya have not only caused a humanitarian crisis but have also shed light on the social and economic challenges faced by the nation. The calls for government accountability and economic stability have reverberated globally, bringing attention to the plight of Kenyan citizens. As the country grapples with the aftermath of the violent protests, the need for sustainable solutions and peaceful dialogue remains imperative to restore calm and unity in Kenya.

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Kenya tax protests live: President urged to reconsider finance bill (Aljazeera.com)

Several people were killed on Tuesday as protests turned violent after Parliament passed the contentious finance bill.

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More than a dozen killed in Kenya protests over tax hike proposals (FRANCE 24)

At least 13 people were killed in protests on Tuesday in Kenya after police opened fire on protesters demonstrating against proposals on tax hikes aimed at ...

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Amid heavy police presence, Kenya starts clearing debris after ... (The Associated Press)

Kenyans woke up to the acrid smell of tear gas still lingering in the capital a day after protesters stormed parliament amid violent demonstrations over a ...

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Kenya's finance bill: this is what led to the protest | Africanews (Africanews English)

A youth-led movement had warned the government of President William Ruto against passing a finance bill they said would add to Kenyans' economic troubles.

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Several shot, protesters storm Kenya's parliament after lawmakers ... (Voice of America)

Police fired live ammunition after tear gas and rubber bullets failed to disperse the thousands who had gathered to protest the tax hikes.

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EXPLAINER: What to know about KDF deployment in Kenya (The Star, Kenya)

Defence CS Aden Duale announced the deployment of the military following a day of deadly protests.

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Violent Protests in Kenya: Indian Embassy issues advisory (Deccan Chronicle)

A Kenyan Police Officer carrying a riot-control gun patrols next a barricade set alight by protesters during a demonstration against tax hikes as members of ...

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At least 23 killed during Kenya anti-tax protests (Deccan Herald)

Nairobi: At least 23 people were killed and another 30 were being treated for bullet wounds sustained during nationwide protests against tax rises in Kenya ...

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Amid heavy police presence, Kenya starts clearing debris after ... (Moneycontrol.com)

Kenyans woke up to the acrid smell of tear gas still lingering in the capital on Wednesday, a day after protesters stormed parliament and burned part of the ...

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Kenyan protesters promise more rallies after at least 23 die in clashes (Reuters)

Kenyan protesters vowed on Wednesday to keep up their demonstrations against new tax hikes, a day after violent clashes outside parliament and across the ...

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Kenyan police fire blanks to disperse protesters after parliament ... (Business Standard)

Authorities fired blanks to disperse protesters in Nairobi suburb overnight Wednesday, hours after protestors stormed parliament in deadly demonstrations, ...

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Willliam Ruto withdraws Kenya finance bill after deadly protests (BBC News)

President Ruto says Kenyans have spoken - and he "concedes" on the controversial tax hikes.

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Behind the Unrest in Kenya, a Staggering and Painful National Debt (The New York Times)

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Kenya president backs down on tax rises after deadly protests (India Today)

Kenya President William Ruto said he would not sign a finance bill including the hikes a day after violent clashes between police and protesters at the ...

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Kenya: President must take responsibility for protests' gross human ... (Amnesty International)

We, the Police Reforms Working Group (PRWG) stand in solidarity and commend the Kenyan youth who came out in large numbers to defend our rights by rejecting ...

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Kenya's president withdraws finance bill that prompted deadly protests (The Hindu)

Kenyan President William Ruto concedes to public pressure, refuses to sign finance bill after deadly protests.

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Kenya's president won't sign finance bill that led protesters to storm ... (Business Standard)

Kenyan President William Ruto says he won't sign into law a finance bill proposing new taxes a day after protesters stormed parliament and several people ...

Kenya finance bill: 23 killed, parliament building set on fire as ... (Down To Earth Magazine)

As many as 23 protesters have been shot dead by the police in Kenya and many more were injured during demonstrations against the proposed Finance Bill, ...

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Kenya's Ruto says finance bill to be withdrawn after deadly protests (Aljazeera.com)

President William Ruto says he rejects a finance bill that contained a series of tax hikes after nationwide protests.

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Kenya finance bill: 23 killed, parliament building set on fire as ... (Down To Earth Magazine)

As many as 23 protesters have been shot dead by the police in Kenya and many more were injured during demonstrations against the proposed Finance Bill, ...

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Kenya's president drops tax rises after deadly protests (Financial Times)

President William Ruto said in an address to the nation on Wednesday that “the country witnessed widespread expression of dissatisfaction” after lawmakers ...

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'The people have spoken': Why did Kenya's Ruto reject tax bill he ... (Aljazeera.com)

Kenya's President William Ruto on Wednesday evening rolled back controversial tax reforms that he had championed in the face of public opposition, ...

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How Kenya's finance bill sparked nationwide unrest (The Indian Express)

Kenya President Wiliam Ruto on Wednesday (June 26) said that he will not sign a controversial finance bill, bowing to pressure from protesters who have ...

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Kenya's president says he won't sign the finance bill that led ... (Times of India)

Rest of World News: Kenyan president William Ruto will not sign a controversial finance bill after mass protests resulted in at least 22 deaths.

IMF Statement on Kenya (International Monetary Fund)

Washington, DC – June 26, 2024: Ms. Julie Kozack, IMF Director of Communications, stated on Kenya:

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Kenya tax bill: Protests turn violent in Kenya, many killed | Watch Video (The Hindu)

Kenyan President William Ruto said on June 26 that he won't sign into law a finance bill proposing new taxe.

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Kenya finance bill live: More protests expected despite Ruto U-turn (Aljazeera.com)

Kenyan demonstrators are preparing to resume protests despite President Ruto withdrawing contentious tax hikes.

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Kenya braces for fresh protests despite president's tax climbdown (Reuters)

Kenyan police put up roadblocks on streets leading to the presidential palace on Thursday as some protesters vowed to "occupy State House", despite the ...

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More protests on the horizon in Kenya despite president's tax ... (Deccan Herald)

Nairobi: Kenyan police put up roadblocks on streets leading to the presidential palace on Thursday as some protesters vowed to "occupy State House", ...

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Kenya finance bill: Tight security as Kenyans vow to continue protests (BBC News)

Riot police have been deployed and roads blocked around key buildings in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, ahead of further protests expected on Thursday.

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Kenya: Police set up roadblocks as more protests loom (Times of India)

Rest of World News: Despite President Ruto's reversal of tax hikes, protests continue with calls for his resignation and even threats to invade State House.

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A new breed of protest has left Kenya's president tottering (The Economist)

Overwhelming the police in Nairobi, the capital, protesters broke into Parliament, set fire to a section of it, pinched the mace and forced terrified MPs to ...

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Kenya police fire rubber bullets, tear gas at protesters after Ruto ... (The Hindu)

Kenyan police clash with protesters in Nairobi over tax hikes, as President Ruto faces backlash and unrest escalates.

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What's next after Kenya withdraws finance bill amid protests? (The Indian Express)

In the 2024/25 bill, the Kenyan government wanted to raise $2.7 billion in additional taxes to reduce the budget deficit and borrowing.

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Kenya protesters call for President Ruto's removal after tax bill ... (Aljazeera.com)

Protests continue across Kenya despite the government's dramatic U-turn on legislation that would have raised taxes.

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