The leaders expressed concern over conflicting statements from the Executive branch regarding the protests and their aftermath.
Tax hikes that led to the unprecedented youth-led protests were just a trigger for many to vent their anger against a wasteful government.
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 acknowledged their unity and
He made the announcement in a press briefing on Wednesday, saying he had "conceded".
The lawyers argue that the overwhelming majority of the views submitted to the parliamentary committees for Budget and Public Finance Management strongly objected to the provisions of the fiscal bill.
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.
Some of the businesses along Tom Mboya Street, Ronald Ngala, Moi Avenue and even Luthuli Avenue, remain closed, including several major supermarkets, leaving shoppers to seek alternatives.
Amidst the ongoing turmoil in the country, Parliament has introduced a motion to advance and extend the upcoming recess, initially scheduled for July 12-24.
The organisers of the Global Peace Leadership Conference 2024 on Wednesday morning confirmed President William Ruto would not be in attendance.
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 any movement.
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 treatment.
The right to protest consists of a group of rights guaranteed by both domestic and international law.
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 influenced to join the demonstrations.
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 them in issues affecting the country.
Experts argued that the Bill would escalate the cost of living and present challenges for tax compliance, especially affecting small businesses and individuals with limited resources.
Activist Hanifa Adan says the president's promise of dialogue is late, while other young people insist that the first way forward is to reject the bill.
