Citizens have taken to the streets in various towns in widespread protests against the Finance Bill 2024. The demonstrations began early in Nairobi’s CBD, where hundreds confronted police forces. Significant government buildings like State House and Parliament were fortified by security personnel as early as 6 am. Armored vehicles were stationed outside State House, despite President William Ruto’s absence as he attended an event in Naivasha. Also Read: Heavy Security as Kenya Braces for Major Protests Over Proposed Taxes Protesters from Kisumu, Nakuru, Mombasa, and Eldoret have also voiced their opposition to the high tax proposals outlined in the…
Author: David Wafula
Several roads in Nairobi have been sealed off and most remain deserted as the city braces for anti-Finance Bill protests scheduled for today. Key routes leading to Parliament buildings, including Parliament Road and City Hall Way, have been closed to both vehicles and pedestrians as security measures intensify. Security forces have strategically deployed police water cannons and lorries as barricades at major roundabouts leading to Parliament, ensuring restricted access to the area, which is now open only to authorized personnel with proper identification. Also Read: Heavy Security as Kenya Braces for Major Protests Over Proposed Taxes Protesters armed with water…
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