Police clash with protesters in Nairobi


The Police has clashed with protesters calling for President William Ruto's resignation on Thursday in Nairobi, the Kenyan capital.

Public transport vehicles and businesses in the city were closed and remained out of the central business district where they normally operate due to safety concerns.

The demonstrations came as Ruto swears in a new cabinet.

After weeks of similar pro-reform protests, the president had scrapped planned tax hikes and overhauled his cabinet to include opposition members.

While this was a victory for activists and protesters who had demanded sweeping changes, it appears it was not enough for some.

Some protesters said they stand in solidarity for those who had been killed during the march, asking the government for accountability.

The demonstrations started on 18 June, with initial calls for legislators to vote against the controversial finance bill that included the tax hikes.

On 25 June, demonstrators stormed parliament after legislators voted to pass the bill, leading Ruto to say he would withdraw it.

According to the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights, over 50 people have died since the protests started.

Ruto has condemned the protests and urged Kenyans to stay away from them, urging those who want change to use the power of their vote to remove him in 2027 elections.


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