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Kenya in Turmoil: Protests, Politics, and the Path Forward In the heart of East Africa, Kenya finds itself at a crossroad, experiencing an unsettling wave of protests that have swept through the nation since June of last year. Economic challenges, allegations of corruption, and increasing police brutality have driven a diverse crowd of citizens, particularly the youth, to the streets. As tensions rise, President William Ruto has warned against attempts to destabilize the government through what he refers to as…

Kenya's Saba Saba: A Powerful Day of Protest and Memory Amidst the vibrant hustle of Nairobi, a poignant drama unfolded as Kenyan police clashed with citizens demanding change. Monday's anti-government demonstrations were marked by blocked roads, shuttered businesses, and voices demanding accountability from the highest echelons of power. On this day, known as Saba Saba, Kenyans remember a significant chapter in their history. It was a day dedicated to reflection and resistance, a call echoing through 35 years since it…

A Nation in Turmoil: Kenya's Unrest and Its Global Echoes In the heart of Nairobi, where the vibrant pulse of Kenyan culture usually thrives, chaos and an eerie quietude engulfed the streets. The aftermath of a protest turned terrifying reveals a nation grappling with deep-seated discontent, leaving at least 16 casualties and hundreds more injured. As shops smolder and business districts lie in ruins, the Kenyan government's labeling of the unrest as "terrorism disguised as dissent" resonates both locally and globally.…

Clashes Erupt Between Police and Protesters Amid Tax Reforms in Kenya Once more, police clashed with anti-tax demonstrators in Kenya on Thursday, even after the president retracted a contentious law. Protesters, who vowed a march to the State House last week, remain skeptical about President William Ruto's promises to repeal the tax increases and implement budget cuts. On Wednesday, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua implored the youth involved in protests to put their plans on hold and consider engaging in constructive…

Tragic Unrest Erupts in Kenya Amidst Anti-Tax Protests At least thirteen individuals have been reported dead during the recent protests in Kenya opposing tax hikes, according to a statement from a medical association announced on Wednesday. The number of casualties surged following a day of unrest that escalated when demonstrators clashed violently with law enforcement, who resorted to firing live ammunition as protesters breached the parliamentary gates. Witnessing the unexpected upheaval—marked by parts of the…