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How did Kenya's Gen Z protests stop the finance bill?

Jun 27, 2024
Kenya's Gen Z protests against an unpopular finance bill led to President Ruto conceding. The bill aimed at imposing tax hikes faced backlash, sparking violent street protests resulting in 22 deaths. President Ruto agreed to engage in dialogue with the young protesters. The episode dives into the economic frustrations, tax legislation, and revenue-raising efforts fueling the discontent among citizens in Kenya.
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  • Protests by Kenya's Gen Z highlighted discontent with economic policies and governance.
  • Concerns over Kenya's government expenditure and potential dire consequences of debt default.

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Protests Against Finance Bill in Kenya

After Kenya's President William Ruto faced harsh criticism and protests linked to the Finance Bill 2024, which was seen to burden the poor with additional taxes, including new levies on land and services. The protests, initially led by Gen Z, spread nationally and internationally, showing a broad discontent with economic policies and governance. Calls for accountability and good governance emerged as protesters demanded the bill's withdrawal and highlighted the impact of tax changes on everyday citizens.

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