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Kenya unrest: Ruto awakened class politics that now threatens to engulf him
The Conversation  |  Jul 06, 2024

The Finance Bill, which Ruto has put on hold, was the trigger for the recent protests. But its roots run deeper.

KNCHR reports 39 deaths, 32 forced disappearances during anti-tax demos
Mary Wambui  |  Jul 01, 2024

On the issue of abductions and arbitrary arrests, the commission cited 32 reported cases of enforced or involuntary disappearances and 627 arrests.

Clerics urge Ruto, Gachagua to present united front amid social unrest
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 30, 2024

The leaders expressed concern over conflicting statements from the Executive branch regarding the protests and their aftermath.

How Ruto dug himself into tricky hole barely two years into his presidency
Silas Nyanchwani  |  Jun 30, 2024

Tax hikes that led to the unprecedented youth-led protests were just a trigger for many to vent their anger against a wasteful government.

Internet shutdowns could cost Kenya $6.3 million daily, stakeholders warn
Mary Wambui  |  Jun 29, 2024

In a joint statement, stakeholders noted that during the disruptions, mobile money services, credit and debit card transactions, and e-commerce platfo...

Kenya’s violent protests tarnish Ruto’s camaraderie with the West
Amina Wako  |  Jun 29, 2024

Kenya is one of the few countries in Africa that are still considered a stable partner in Europe and the USA.

Opinion: Gen Zs have spoken; let’s now build an inclusive nation
Amina Boru  |  Jun 29, 2024

It is crucial for Gen Zs not to allow their movement to be hijacked by selfish politicians or individuals with ulterior motives. The government has ac...

Ruto 'concedes', withdraws Finance Bill after violent protests
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 26, 2024

He made the announcement in a press briefing on Wednesday, saying he had "conceded".

Lawyers petition High Court to bar Ruto from assenting to Finance Bill
Joseph Ndunda  |  Jun 26, 2024

The lawyers argue that the overwhelming majority of the views submitted to the parliamentary committees for Budget and Public Finance Management stron...

53 killed in anti-Finance Bill protests, Police Reforms Working Group says
Mary Wambui  |  Jun 26, 2024

Out of these, 23 of the deaths were recorded between 7 am and 6 pm across the county while 30 others were recorded at night in the Githurai area.

Deadly protests leave trail of destruction in Nairobi CBD
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 26, 2024

Some of the businesses along Tom Mboya Street, Ronald Ngala, Moi Avenue and even Luthuli Avenue, remain closed, including several major supermarkets,...

MPs to proceed on early recess after Tuesday's deadly protests, passage of Finance Bill
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 26, 2024

Amidst the ongoing turmoil in the country, Parliament has introduced a motion to advance and extend the upcoming recess, initially scheduled for July...

Deadly protests forces cancellation, postponement of key conferences as Ruto withdraws attendance
Amina Wako  |  Jun 26, 2024

The organisers of the Global Peace Leadership Conference 2024 on Wednesday morning confirmed President William Ruto would not be in attendance.

Travel advisory issued for long-distance truck drivers as protests rock major towns
Mary Wambui  |  Jun 25, 2024

The association wants its members to remain alert on what is happening to be able to make informed decisions and route assessments before embarking on...

Journalist injured as Nairobi protests against Finance Bill reach fever pitch
Mary Wambui  |  Jun 25, 2024

The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) condemned similar acts last Tuesday, which saw journalists arrested and attacked while covering the demonstrations. 

Four protestors shot in anti-Finance Bill demos in Isiolo Town
Waweru Wairimu  |  Jun 25, 2024

One of the victims was shot in the leg while the other was shot in the hand. Both were rushed to local health facilities in the town for further treat...

Explainer: What the law says about the right to protest in Kenya
The Conversation  |  Jun 25, 2024

The right to protest consists of a group of rights guaranteed by both domestic and international law.

Schools break for mid-term ahead of fresh round of anti-Finance Bill protests
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 24, 2024

The adjustment has now coincided with planned week-long protests against the Finance Bill, raising fears that students may be caught in the unrest or...

Ruto, Kenya Kwanza leaders change tune, call for dialogue with Gen Z over protests
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 24, 2024

The President said that he was proud the young people had stepped forward tribeless and peacefully to be counted as he expressed readiness to engage t...

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