

Kenya protests: How Gen Z took on the government
Jul 4, 2024
BBC Senior Africa Correspondent, Anne Soy, discusses how Gen Z in Kenya used social media to lead unprecedented protests against tax hikes, forcing President Ruto to backtrack. The episode explores the power of youth activism, government responsiveness, and the changing political landscape in Kenya.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Gen Z-led Protests in Kenya
01:53 • 4min
Youth-Led Protests Against Tax Hikes in Kenya
05:32 • 11min
Analyzing the aftermath of the protests in Kenya against the finance bill
16:34 • 3min
Kenyan Government's Response to Protests
19:06 • 4min
Kenyan Political Unrest and Gen Z Activism
23:20 • 2min