• About
  • Advertise
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact
Thursday, October 2, 2025
  • Login
The Vaultz News
  • Top Stories
  • News
    • General News
    • Education
    • Health
    • Opinions
  • Economics
    • Economy
    • Finance
      • Banking
      • Insurance
      • Pension
    • Securities/Markets
  • Business
    • Agribusiness
    • Vaultz Business
    • Extractives/Energy
    • Real Estate
  • World
    • Africa
    • America
    • Europe
    • UK
    • USA
    • Asia
    • Around the Globe
  • Innovation
    • Technology
    • Wheels
  • Entertainment
  • 20MOBPL2DNew
  • Jobs & Scholarships
    • Job Vacancies
    • Scholarships
No Result
View All Result
The Vaultz News
  • Top Stories
  • News
    • General News
    • Education
    • Health
    • Opinions
  • Economics
    • Economy
    • Finance
      • Banking
      • Insurance
      • Pension
    • Securities/Markets
  • Business
    • Agribusiness
    • Vaultz Business
    • Extractives/Energy
    • Real Estate
  • World
    • Africa
    • America
    • Europe
    • UK
    • USA
    • Asia
    • Around the Globe
  • Innovation
    • Technology
    • Wheels
  • Entertainment
  • 20MOBPL2DNew
  • Jobs & Scholarships
    • Job Vacancies
    • Scholarships
No Result
View All Result
The Vaultz News
No Result
View All Result

Protests Continue Across Kenya Amid Controversial Finance Bill

Lawrence Ankutseby Lawrence Ankutse
June 25, 2024
Reading Time: 4 mins read
Lawrence Ankutseby Lawrence Ankutse
in Africa
0
Kenyan Activist Charged Over Possession Of Ammunition

Protesters are enveloped by a cloud of tear gas fired by Kenyan security forces on June 25.

Gen-Z-led protests that have caught President William Ruto’s administration by surprise are still underway.

President Ruto, over the weekend, expressed his willingness to engage with the demonstrators, lauding their “peaceful” approach.

However, on Tuesday morning, hundreds of demonstrators in Nairobi’s business district were met with a substantial police presence. 

RelatedPosts

Morocco Youth Protests Escalate Into Nationwide Unrest

Orano Warns Niger Over $270 Million Uranium Stockpile

Tinubu Declares ‘Worst Is Over’ In Independence Address

Officers in riot gear cordoned off access to parliament, where legislators are currently debating a finance bill featuring contentious tax proposals. The demonstrators, chanting slogans of “We are peaceful,” faced tear gas and rubber bullets from the police.

The nationwide protests, ignited by a cost-of-living crisis, began last week with demands for the finance bill to be scrapped. Parliament is set to vote on the bill by June 30.

Kennedy Sankara, a 26-year-old father, condemned the police’s actions, stating, “There is no criminality in assembling in the streets. They are here brutalizing innocent citizens who are unarmed and only speaking.”

Labeling Ruto’s bill as “draconian,” Sankara accused the authorities of attempting to silence dissent through brutality. 

The unrest was not confined to Nairobi; demonstrators also marched in Mombasa, Kisumu, and Ruto’s stronghold, Eldoret, as shown by Kenyan television channels.

Despite the largely peaceful nature of the protests, as acknowledged by Ruto, the Independent Policing Oversight Authority and various rights groups reported two deaths following last Thursday’s demonstrations in Nairobi.

Concerns About Human Rights Violations 

Organizations such as Amnesty International Kenya noted that at least 200 people were injured in last week’s protests.

Amnesty International Kenya highlighted the deteriorating state of protest policing, urging the government to uphold the right to assembly. The rights body stated that Kenya is “at a crossroads.” 

Despite mass arrests and injuries, the protests’ momentum reflects widespread public dissatisfaction. The organization cautioned that escalating force could result in more fatalities and legal consequences.

Human rights watchdogs have accused the authorities of abducting protesters, a claim supported by the Kenya Human Rights Commission. 

These abductions, reportedly carried out by police officers in civilian clothes and unmarked vehicles, often occurred at night. The commission demanded the unconditional release of all those detained.

The demonstrators have also employed unique tactics, such as requesting bars to cease music at midnight on weekends, prompting partygoers to chant “Ruto must go” and “Reject finance bill.” 

The protests have garnered support from some Anglican and Catholic church leaders.

The government, grappling with financial constraints, agreed last week to roll back several tax increases. 

Kenyas parliament
Kenya’s Parliament

However, it still plans to raise other taxes, arguing that these measures are essential to replenish state coffers and reduce reliance on external borrowing. 

Kenya faces a daunting debt burden, exacerbated by a depreciation of the local currency over the past two years, which has increased the cost of servicing foreign currency loans.

The proposed tax hikes are expected to further strain Kenyans, with well-paying jobs remaining elusive for many young people. 

Although the government has scrapped levies on bread, car ownership, and financial and mobile services, the treasury now warns of a 200 billion shilling ($1.56 billion) budget shortfall. 

To address this, the government plans to increase fuel prices and export taxes, a move critics argue will exacerbate the already high cost of living in a country grappling with significant inflation.

Kenya boasts one of East Africa’s most dynamic economies, yet a third of its 52 million citizens live in poverty. 

The ongoing protests underscore the urgent need for solutions that address both the economic challenges and the public’s demand for fair and just governance.

READ ALSO: Kanayo Criticises ‘Sugar Daddies’ For Funding Actresses

Tags: Amnesty International KenyaGen-ZNairobiProtestsWilliam Ruto
Please login to join discussion
Previous Post

Ablakwa Warns Of Tough Fight Against State Capture

Next Post

Government Reiterates Commitment to Enforcing Vigilantism Laws Ahead 2024 Elections

[mc4wp_form id="1264"]

Related Posts

President John Dramani Mahama
General News

Beyond US Visa Restriction Reversal: Ghana Moves to Renegotiate 15% Tariff and Secure AGOA Renewal

October 1, 2025
President John Dramani Mahama
General News

Mahama Commissions New Ambassadors, Demands High Standards of Service

October 1, 2025
Vance Signals US Indifference To India-Pakistan Conflict
USA

Vance Warns Of Layoffs If Shutdown Drags On

October 1, 2025
Vendor Engagement Seminar
Extractives/Energy

GNPC Hosts Maiden Vendor Engagement to Boost Local Content 

October 1, 2025
AI Apps to Transform Senior High School Education
General News

AI Apps to Transform Senior High School Education

October 1, 2025
Morocco Youth Protests Escalate Into Nationwide Unrest
Africa

Morocco Youth Protests Escalate Into Nationwide Unrest

October 1, 2025
President John Dramani Mahama
General News

Beyond US Visa Restriction Reversal: Ghana Moves to Renegotiate 15% Tariff and Secure AGOA Renewal

by Evans Junior OwuOctober 1, 2025
President John Dramani Mahama
General News

Mahama Commissions New Ambassadors, Demands High Standards of Service

by Evans Junior OwuOctober 1, 2025
Vance Signals US Indifference To India-Pakistan Conflict
USA

Vance Warns Of Layoffs If Shutdown Drags On

by Comfort AmpomaaOctober 1, 2025
Vendor Engagement Seminar
Extractives/Energy

GNPC Hosts Maiden Vendor Engagement to Boost Local Content 

by Prince AgyapongOctober 1, 2025
AI Apps to Transform Senior High School Education
General News

AI Apps to Transform Senior High School Education

by Silas Kafui AssemOctober 1, 2025
Morocco Youth Protests Escalate Into Nationwide Unrest
Africa

Morocco Youth Protests Escalate Into Nationwide Unrest

by Lawrence AnkutseOctober 1, 2025
President John Dramani Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama
Vance Signals US Indifference To India-Pakistan Conflict
Vendor Engagement Seminar
AI Apps to Transform Senior High School Education
Morocco Youth Protests Escalate Into Nationwide Unrest
[/vc_row_inner]

Recent News

  • Beyond US Visa Restriction Reversal: Ghana Moves to Renegotiate 15% Tariff and Secure AGOA Renewal
  • Mahama Commissions New Ambassadors, Demands High Standards of Service
  • Vance Warns Of Layoffs If Shutdown Drags On
  • GNPC Hosts Maiden Vendor Engagement to Boost Local Content 
  • AI Apps to Transform Senior High School Education
The Vaultz News

Copyright © 2025 The Vaultz News. All rights reserved.

Navigate Site

  • About
  • Advertise
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact

Follow Us

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
No Result
View All Result
  • Top Stories
  • News
    • General News
    • Education
    • Health
    • Opinions
  • Economics
    • Economy
    • Finance
      • Banking
      • Insurance
      • Pension
    • Securities/Markets
  • Business
    • Agribusiness
    • Vaultz Business
    • Extractives/Energy
    • Real Estate
  • World
    • Africa
    • America
    • Europe
    • UK
    • USA
    • Asia
    • Around the Globe
  • Innovation
    • Technology
    • Wheels
  • Entertainment
  • 20MOBPL2D
  • Jobs & Scholarships
    • Job Vacancies
    • Scholarships

Copyright © 2025 The Vaultz News. All rights reserved.