At least five dead after Kenyan parliament overrun by protesters and set ablaze after tax changes pass
8 months, 3 weeks ago

At least five dead after Kenyan parliament overrun by protesters and set ablaze after tax changes pass

ABC  

In short: At least five people are dead and dozens of others have been injured in violent unrest in Kenya's capital Nairobi during protests over controversial tax changes. At least five people are dead and dozens of others have been injured in violent unrest in Kenya's capital Nairobi during protests over controversial tax changes. At least five people have been killed and dozens of others wounded after protesters stormed Kenya's parliament and set sections of it alight as lawmakers inside passed changes to raise taxes. Police also fired tear gas in Eldoret, the president's hometown in western Kenya, where crowds of protesters filled the streets and many businesses were closed for fear of violence.

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Police in Kenya fire tear gas at protesters as new Cabinet ministers are sworn in
7 months, 1 week ago

Police in Kenya fire tear gas at protesters as new Cabinet ministers are sworn in

Associated Press  

NAIROBI, Kenya — Kenyan police on Thursday fired tear gas at protesters in Nairobi calling for the president’s resignation as a new Cabinet was being sworn in, the latest in the deadly turmoil that has gripped the East African nation over the summer. “We ensured adequate deployment of security personnel and cautioned members of the public to avoid crowded areas …

Police fire tear gas at protesters as new Kenya cabinet is sworn in
7 months, 1 week ago

Police fire tear gas at protesters as new Kenya cabinet is sworn in

Al Jazeera  

Police have hurled tear gas at protesters calling for the president’s resignation in the Kenyan capital as a new cabinet is sworn in. The protests in Nairobi on Thursday were organised by activists upset with President William Ruto even after he dismissed almost all of his ministers and added opposition members to what he called a “broad-based” government. Major towns …

Kenya’s turmoil widens as anti-government protesters clash with emerging pro-government group
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Kenya’s turmoil widens as anti-government protesters clash with emerging pro-government group

Associated Press  

NAIROBI, Kenya — Anti-government protesters in Kenya’s capital clashed with an emerging pro-government group on Tuesday, with hundreds swarming and burning a motorcycle belonging to people who expressed support for the country’s president. Kenya’s main airport was meant to be the site of the latest protest, and anti-government demonstrators lit bonfires in a suburb along the highway that leads to …

Kenya bans protests in the capital over security concerns and lack of leadership
8 months ago

Kenya bans protests in the capital over security concerns and lack of leadership

The Independent  

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A Kenyan court suspends a police ban on protests in Nairobi
8 months ago

A Kenyan court suspends a police ban on protests in Nairobi

Associated Press  

NAIROBI, Kenya — A Kenyan court on Thursday suspended a police ban on protests in the capital, stating that citizens have a right to demonstrate peacefully. Before the high court’s decision, police had barred protests in Nairobi indefinitely, saying they lacked leadership that would ensure peaceful demonstrations. Acting police inspector general, Douglas Kanja, in a statement said the lack of …

Police in Kenya use tear gas to break up new protests calling for the president to resign
8 months ago

Police in Kenya use tear gas to break up new protests calling for the president to resign

Associated Press  

NAIROBI, Kenya — Police in Kenya hurled tear gas canisters on Tuesday to break up protests in Nairobi and several other towns and cities accusing the president of poor governance and demanding his resignation, despite his dismissal of nearly the entire Cabinet last week. Businesses in Nairobi remained closed for fear of a repeat of the looting that occurred during …

Concert in Kenya to pay tribute to those killed in tax hike protests
8 months, 1 week ago

Concert in Kenya to pay tribute to those killed in tax hike protests

Al Jazeera  

At least 39 people have been killed in demonstrations that started last month over planned tax hikes. Hundreds of Kenyans have attended a concert in the capital Nairobi, chanting slogans and dancing to commemorate dozens of people killed in recent anti-government protests. At least 39 people were killed in the demonstrations that started on June 18, as protesters pushed for …

Kenya resolves to end violence from demonstrations
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Kenya resolves to end violence from demonstrations

China Daily  

Protesters chant slogans as they use furniture as a barricade to clash with police officers during an anti-government demonstration in downtown Nairobi on Tuesday. LUIS TATO/AFP The Kenyan government is determined to end violence and looting stemming from anti-government protests, said Kenya's interior cabinet secretary, adding that anarchy, violence and plunder must stop. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki said in …

More than 270 people arrested in antigovernment rallies in Kenya
8 months, 2 weeks ago

More than 270 people arrested in antigovernment rallies in Kenya

Al Jazeera  

Police say protests were co-opted by ‘suspects’ engaging in ‘criminal activities’. “Security forces across the country singled out suspects found engaging in criminal activities in the guise of protesting and took them to custody,” the Directorate of Criminal Investigations said in a statement posted on X late on Tuesday. During today's demonstrations that saw massive properties destroyed by various criminal …

Protests continue in Kenya as some are now calling for the president to step down
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Protests continue in Kenya as some are now calling for the president to step down

Associated Press  

NAIROBI, Kenya — Protests continued in Kenya’s capital and elsewhere Tuesday over a finance bill that would raise the cost of living, even after the president said he would not sign it in the wake of the storming of parliament last week. Interior minister Kithure Kindiki on Tuesday said “criminals” were taking advantage of planned protests to “commit arson” and …

Kenya police clash with protesters as tax bill unrest continues
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Kenya police clash with protesters as tax bill unrest continues

Al Jazeera  

Police have fired tear gas and water cannon at protesters across Kenya as demonstrations against a controversial finance bill continue, even after the president said he would not sign it. Reporting from Nairobi, Al Jazeera’s Catherine Soi said there had been a “running battle” between police and protesters in the city. “That was the theme of today: The protesters say …

Kenyan president insists government not to blame for protest deaths
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Kenyan president insists government not to blame for protest deaths

The Hindu  

Hundreds of people marched in the Kenyan capital Nairobi on June 30, to honour those who died in anti-government demonstrations this week, as President William Ruto insisted that: "I have no blood on my hands." Following the violence, Mr. Ruto announced an about-turn earlier this week, saying he would "listen to the people" and would not sign the finance bill …

Tax hike protests in Kenya killed at least 39 people, says rights watchdog
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Tax hike protests in Kenya killed at least 39 people, says rights watchdog

Al Jazeera  

Toll is almost double the figure previously disclosed by the government as activists gear up for new round of protests this week. At least 39 people have been killed in recent anti-government protests in Kenya, says the national rights watchdog, as activists gear up for a new round of protests this week. In a televised interview on Sunday, Ruto said …

Kenya protests: At least 30 killed in Kenya anti-government protests, says Human Rights Watch
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Kenya protests: At least 30 killed in Kenya anti-government protests, says Human Rights Watch

The Hindu  

At least 30 people died in protests in Kenya this week sparked by a government drive to substantially raise taxes in the East African country, Human Rights Watch said on June 29. "Although there is no confirmation on the exact number of people killed in Nairobi and other towns, Human Rights Watch found that at least 30 people had been …

‘Not afraid to die’: Kenya tax protests inspire broader demand for change
8 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Not afraid to die’: Kenya tax protests inspire broader demand for change

Al Jazeera  

President William Ruto has withdrawn a controversial tax bill, but protesters and their families say it’s too late. Local media reports say protests have taken place in 35 of Kenya’s 47 counties, including in president William Ruto’s home county of Uasin Gishu, which voted overwhelmingly for him nearly two years ago when he came to power. “Listening keenly to the …

Police clash with protesters in Kenya as military patrols the streets
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Police clash with protesters in Kenya as military patrols the streets

LA Times  

Kenyan soldiers patrol around Nairobi on Thursday. Heavy security was deployed in Kenya’s capital ahead of planned protests against a controversial finance bill, despite the president’s decision not to sign it after the plans sparked deadly chaos in the capital Tuesday. Police in Kenya’s capital hurled tear gas Thursday to break up anti-tax protesters who continued to gather despite President …

EXPLAINED: What led Kenyans to burn part of Parliament and call for President's resignation?
8 months, 2 weeks ago

EXPLAINED: What led Kenyans to burn part of Parliament and call for President's resignation?

India TV News  

Kenya's President ascended to power by championing the cause of the common people, presenting himself as a "hustler" committed to alleviating economic hardships. The unrest stemmed from a youth-led movement's opposition to President William Ruto's government passing a finance bill, which they argued would exacerbate economic challenges for Kenyans. In 2023, another finance bill signed into law by President William …

Kenya's president says he won't sign the finance bill that led protesters to storm the parliament
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Kenya's president says he won't sign the finance bill that led protesters to storm the parliament

Associated Press  

NAIROBI, Kenya — Kenya’s president said Wednesday he won’t sign into law a finance bill proposing new taxes that prompted thousands of protesters to storm the parliament the previous day, leaving several people killed as police opened fire. Tuesday’s chaos led authorities to deploy the military, and Kenyan President William Ruto called protesters’ actions “treasonous.” He now says the proposed …

Anti-tax protesters storm Kenya, parliament on fire, five dead as police open gunfire
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Anti-tax protesters storm Kenya, parliament on fire, five dead as police open gunfire

Live Mint  

Thousands of demonstrators stormed Kenya's parliament on Tuesday to protest against tax proposals. Journalists reported seeing at least three bodies outside the complex where police had fired shots, while medical workers confirmed five fatalities. 2) Protesters demanded that lawmakers reject a finance bill introducing new taxes on East Africa's economic hub, where frustrations over the rising cost of living have …

Kenya shocked as protests over finance bill turn deadly in Nairobi
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Kenya shocked as protests over finance bill turn deadly in Nairobi

Al Jazeera  

Kenya is in a state of shock following unprecedented scenes that left parts of Parliament ablaze as protests over a finance bill recommending tax hikes turned deadly, prompting President William Ruto’s government to deploy the military. Tensions flared on Tuesday as police officers fired live rounds on crowds who later breached the Parliament building in Nairobi, with rights groups, including …

The Take: What triggered the protests in Kenya?
8 months, 2 weeks ago

The Take: What triggered the protests in Kenya?

Al Jazeera  

Kenyan demonstrators continue to protest the new tax bill – but things turn deadly after police clashes. Protesters stormed the Parliament of Kenya on Tuesday as gunshots rang out in the capital, and at least five people were killed. In this episode: Zein Basravi, Al Jazeera journalist Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tamara Khandaker and Chloe K Li, …

Kenya violence: Indian high commission issues advisory
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Kenya violence: Indian high commission issues advisory

Hindustan Times  

The Indian high commission in Kenya's Nairobi on Tuesday issued an advisory amid violent protests in the African nation's capital and other cities over the passage in Kenyan parliament of a controversial bill that proposes to increase taxes. An anti-government protester waves a Kenyan flag as police fire tear gas at them during a protest over proposed tax hikes in …

Kenya's William Ruto vows 'full' response after deadly anti-tax protests
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Kenya's William Ruto vows 'full' response after deadly anti-tax protests

Hindustan Times  

Kenya's President William Ruto vowed to take a tough line against "violence and anarchy" on Tuesday, after protests against his government's proposed tax hikes turned deadly and demonstrators ransacked parliament. After reports that live ammunition was fired at protesters, Kenya's main opposition coalition, Azimio, said the government had "unleashed brute force on our country's children". The military's deployment was "in …

Here’s what led Kenyans to burn part of parliament and call for the president’s resignation
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Here’s what led Kenyans to burn part of parliament and call for the president’s resignation

Associated Press  

KAMPALA, Uganda — Kenya’s president came to power by appealing to the common people, describing himself as a “hustler” and vowing relief from economic pain. President William Ruto pushed the law through parliament despite opposition from the youth-led protest movement, and called protesters “treasonous” after they stormed parliament. “We don’t know whether these people will fear the army.” Deadly violence …

Kenya police open fire on protesters as crowd seek to storm parliament
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Kenya police open fire on protesters as crowd seek to storm parliament

The Independent  

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Several dead as police open fire on protesters trying to storm Kenya parliament
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Several dead as police open fire on protesters trying to storm Kenya parliament

Hindustan Times  

Police opened fire on demonstrators trying to storm Kenya's legislature on Tuesday, with at least five protesters killed, dozens wounded and sections of the parliament building set ablaze as lawmakers inside passed legislation to raise taxes. Kenya is already facing the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the war in Ukraine, two consecutive years of droughts and depreciation of the …

Kenya violence: Five shot dead as protesters breach Kenya’s parliament
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Kenya violence: Five shot dead as protesters breach Kenya’s parliament

The Hindu  

Five persons were shot dead and 31 wounded on June 25 during protests in Kenya over proposed tax hikes, as crowds opposed to proposed tax hikes breached barricades to enter the parliamentary complex where a fire erupted. "Police have shot four protesters, as witnessed by KHRC, killing one," the Kenya Human Rights Commission said in a statement on X. Shortly …

Anti-tax protesters storm Kenya’s parliament, drawing police fire as president vows to quash unrest
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Anti-tax protesters storm Kenya’s parliament, drawing police fire as president vows to quash unrest

Associated Press  

NAIROBI, Kenya — Thousands of protesters stormed Kenya’s parliament Tuesday to protest tax proposals, burning part of the building, sending lawmakers fleeing and drawing fire from police in unrest that the president vowed to quash. “Today’s events mark a critical turning point on how we respond to threats to our national security,” President William Ruto said, calling the events “treasonous” …

Kenya on boil as anti-tax protesters killed in police fire: All to know
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Kenya on boil as anti-tax protesters killed in police fire: All to know

Al Jazeera  

Demonstrators are angry at a new finance bill that President William Ruto says is necessary to offset heavy public debt. Kenyan police fired live ammunition at hundreds of protesters attempting to breach Parliament House in Nairobi on Tuesday, leading to several deaths and injuries, as protests against controversial tax reforms turned violent. Anti-Finance Bill protesters gain entry into Parliament Buildings, …

At least five shot dead as Kenyan protesters storm parliament
8 months, 3 weeks ago

At least five shot dead as Kenyan protesters storm parliament

The Telegraph  

Protesters set fire to Kenya’s parliament, stole its mace and forced panicked MPs to flee on Tuesday as worsening political unrest threatened to tip one of Africa’s most peaceful states into anarchy. Riot police in several cities fired live ammunition at protesters demanding the resignation of William Ruto, Kenya’s president. Furious over the tax policies of Mr Ruto’s debt-ridden government …

Part of Kenya's parliament building on fire amid massive protests over new finance bill, 10 killed | VIDEO
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Part of Kenya's parliament building on fire amid massive protests over new finance bill, 10 killed | VIDEO

India TV News  

Nairobi: Thousands of protesters barged into the Kenyan Parliament in the capital Nairobi on Tuesday and a part of the building was seen ablaze, amid massive protests in the African country with angry protesters demanding legislators to vote against new taxes proposed in a controversial finance bill. The third round of protests took place as lawmakers vote on the finance …

Several killed as Kenyan police open fire on anti-tax bill protesters
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Several killed as Kenyan police open fire on anti-tax bill protesters

Al Jazeera  

Parts of Parliament building set ablaze as protesters storm the complex in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi. Several people have been killed after police fired live rounds at protesters trying to storm Kenya’s legislature, where lawmakers voted to pass a contentious finance bill that would hike taxes. “Around us, we can see groups of uniformed police, some carrying weapons for tear gas …

Kenya’s president vows calm ‘at whatever cost’ after parliament stormed, set ablaze
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Kenya’s president vows calm ‘at whatever cost’ after parliament stormed, set ablaze

LA Times  

Protesters scatter as Kenya police spray a water cannon at them during a protest over proposed tax hikes in a finance bill in downtown Nairobi on Tuesday. Kenya’s president called the storming of parliament on Tuesday a national security threat and vowed that such unrest won’t happen again “at whatever cost,” after thousands of protesters against a new finance bill …

Kenya's protesters attack parliament as MPs pass contentious tax hike bill
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Kenya's protesters attack parliament as MPs pass contentious tax hike bill

China Daily  

A demonstrator holds a Kenyan flag as police use water cannons and tear gas to disperse protesters during a demonstration against Kenya's proposed finance bill 2024/2025 in Nairobi, Kenya on June 25. NAIROBI -- Protesters in Kenya on Tuesday broke through security at the parliament building in Nairobi, capital of Kenya, and stormed the institution just hours after lawmakers passed …

Probe begins into police conduct during Kenya’s anti-government protests
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Probe begins into police conduct during Kenya’s anti-government protests

Associated Press  

NAIROBI, Kenya — An investigation began Friday in Kenya into police conduct during protests against a government plan to impose new taxes, according to the country’s police watchdog. The chairperson of Kenya’s Independent Policing Oversight Authority, Anne Makori, lauded protesters for demonstrating peacefully and urged police to exercise restraint while noting the killing of a protester and injuries sustained by …

At least 200 injured, 100 arrested in Kenya tax protests: Rights groups
8 months, 3 weeks ago

At least 200 injured, 100 arrested in Kenya tax protests: Rights groups

Al Jazeera  

Local media reported an unidentified man died from a gunshot wound to his thigh during riot police crackdown in Nairobi. At least 200 people were injured and more than 100 arrested across Kenya in nationwide protests against government tax hike plans, rights groups have said. Five groups, including Amnesty International, said late on Thursday in a joint statement that at …

Thousands across Kenya protest against tax hikes
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Thousands across Kenya protest against tax hikes

China Daily  

People run for cover in Nairobi on Tuesday, after tear gas fired by police exploded during a demonstration. LUIS TATO/AFP Thousands of people marched on the streets in major cities in Kenya on Thursday to protest against what they termed as punitive taxes introduced by the government in a recent national budget proposal. Robinson Makau, an Uber taxi driver and …

More than 200 arrested in Kenya protests over proposed tax hikes in finance bill
9 months ago

More than 200 arrested in Kenya protests over proposed tax hikes in finance bill

Associated Press  

NAIROBI, Kenya — More than 200 protesters have been arrested in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, in ongoing protests against proposed tax hikes in a finance bill that is due to be tabled in parliament. AP AUDIO: More than 200 arrested in Kenya protests over proposed tax hikes in finance bill AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports. Kenya Law Society President Faith …

Kenya scraps some tax hike proposals as protesters rally in Nairobi
9 months ago

Kenya scraps some tax hike proposals as protesters rally in Nairobi

Al Jazeera  

Civil society groups say 210 people were arrested, including protesters, journalists and observers from rights groups at the demonstration in Nairobi. Kenya’s government has retracted plans to impose multiple tax hikes, the presidency said, announcing amendments to a controversial bill as police fired tear gas at protesters who gathered near the parliament building. Police fired tear gas to disperse hundreds …

Kenya: 45 people killed, dozens missing as flash floods sweep away houses, cars
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Kenya: 45 people killed, dozens missing as flash floods sweep away houses, cars

Firstpost  

Ongoing rains in Kenya have caused flooding that has killed at least 169 people since mid-March, and the country’s Meteorology Department has warned of more rainfall People cross a flooded area where another boat carrying a group of people has capsized at Mororo, border of Tana River and Garissa counties, North Eastern Kenya. AP Flash floods and a landslide swept …

At least 70 people killed by flooding in Kenya as more rain is expected through the weekend
10 months, 2 weeks ago

At least 70 people killed by flooding in Kenya as more rain is expected through the weekend

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Flooding and heavy rains in …

Kenya police say dead bodies were planted to accuse officers of excessive force during protests
1 year, 7 months ago

Kenya police say dead bodies were planted to accuse officers of excessive force during protests

Associated Press  

NAIROBI, Kenya — A Kenyan police official said Tuesday that dead bodies were planted to accuse police officers of using excessive force during recent anti-government protests, which rights groups say left dozens of demonstrators dead. Rights groups say police killed a varying number of people during a series of protests in July led by the opposition coalition demanding that President …

Kenyan doctors say civilians were shot, and some killed, while running from police during protests
1 year, 7 months ago

Kenyan doctors say civilians were shot, and some killed, while running from police during protests

Associated Press  

NAIROBI, Kenya — Doctors in Kenya say the bullet wounds that civilians received during opposition protests in two counties last month show that most were shot while running from police or trying to surrender, according to a report released Friday. The report by the Kenya Medical Association, Amnesty International Kenya and the Law Society of Kenya looked at three days …

Opposition in Kenya gathers evidence of 'police atrocities' against protesters to take to the ICC
1 year, 7 months ago

Opposition in Kenya gathers evidence of 'police atrocities' against protesters to take to the ICC

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Opposition parties in Kenya said on Tuesday they are filing …

Opposition in Kenya gathers evidence of ‘police atrocities’ against protesters to take to the ICC
1 year, 7 months ago

Opposition in Kenya gathers evidence of ‘police atrocities’ against protesters to take to the ICC

Associated Press  

NAIROBI, Kenya — Opposition parties in Kenya said on Tuesday they are filing charges against the government for “police atrocities” that left 30 people dead at the International Criminal Court in the wake of protests against the rising cost of living and the levying of new taxes. Opposition coalition leader Raila Odinga called for a press conference in the capital, …

What’s behind the Kenya protests?
1 year, 7 months ago

What’s behind the Kenya protests?

Al Jazeera  

Protesters have taken to the streets in Kenya to decry the end of subsidies and rising taxes as the country’s debt crisis looms. These protests were called for by the opposition parties, including former presidential candidate Raila Odinga. Odinga’s followers believe last year’s election was rigged against him, furthering mistrust in the current government led by President William Ruto. In …

A man lies in a Kenya morgue. His family says he’s one of at least 35 shot dead by police this month
1 year, 7 months ago

A man lies in a Kenya morgue. His family says he’s one of at least 35 shot dead by police this month

Associated Press  

NAIROBI, Kenya — At the morgue, the bullet was still lodged in Douglas Kalasinga’s head. At least 35 civilians have been shot dead by police in Kenya this month during protests over new taxes and the rising cost of living, and Kalasinga’s loved ones believe he’s one of them. Human rights organizations expressed concern over the police killings, arbitrary arrests …

Kenya police are told not to report deaths during protests. A watchdog says they killed 6 this week
1 year, 7 months ago

Kenya police are told not to report deaths during protests. A watchdog says they killed 6 this week

Associated Press  

NAIROBI, Kenya — Police in Kenya say they have been ordered not to report deaths during a crackdown on protests over tax increases amid the rising cost of living, but an independent watchdog said Thursday that police shot dead at least six people this week and 27 in previous weeks. Now his government is having to defend itself to donors …

Police in Kenya open fire amid protests against new taxes. At least 2 are killed and 26 wounded
1 year, 7 months ago

Police in Kenya open fire amid protests against new taxes. At least 2 are killed and 26 wounded

Associated Press  

NAIROBI, Kenya — Police in Kenya opened fire amid opposition-organized protests on Wednesday against the rising cost of living, and health workers and witnesses said at least two people were shot dead and 26 others wounded. President William Ruto had vowed that no protests would take place, saying he would take opposition leader Raila Odinga “head-on.” In the western city …

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