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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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- Gen Z led innovative protests coordinated through social media in Kenya.
- Protests highlighted societal issues like national debt burden and dissatisfaction with economic policies.
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Kenya's Protest Movement Against Tax Reform
A young protest movement in Kenya emerged in opposition to President Ruto's tax reform plans, organized through social media. This movement, predominantly led by Gen Z individuals, caught many by surprise due to its middle-class composition and impactful mobilization. The protests intensified, culminating in demonstrators breaching Parliament, a rare and significant event. President Ruto eventually yielded to the pressure and withdrew the controversial finance bill.
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