Kenyan president withdraws tax bill after deadly protests
The Guardian — June 26, 2024, 06:00 PM UTC
Summary: Kenyan President William Ruto withdrew a tax bill after violent protests left 23 dead. The protests erupted nationwide against the approved bill. Ruto proposed dialogue with various groups and austerity measures. The protests, driven by youth-led digital activism, demanded political changes. The military was deployed but later suspended. Ruto acknowledged the deaths and injuries, offering condolences. Opposition leader Raila Odinga called for dialogue.
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