KENYA NEWS

The Anti-Finance Bill protests in Kenya have resulted in escalating violence leading to fatalities and injuries. What began as peaceful demonstrations against proposed tax increases in the Finance Bill 2024 has devolved into chaos with protesters storming government buildings including the Senate…

Mbeere North Member of Parliament Geoffrey Ruku has announced the withdrawal of the controversial Assembly and Demonstration Bill, 2024, commonly referred to as the Maandamano Bill. This proposed legislation aims to impose stricter regulations on public demonstrations in Kenya and has been a source…

On Tuesday, June 25, 2024, Kenya experienced internet connectivity disruption coinciding with nationwide protests against the Finance Bill. The internet blackout raised concerns about the role of technology in public demonstrations and governmental transparency. London-based internet rights…

Suba South Member of Parliament (MP) John Mbadi is seeking to participate in a case filed by the Law Society of Kenya challenging the deployment of military officers. The case, brought forth by the Law Society of Kenya, centres on the deployment of military officers within the country and raises…

The government has stationed large numbers of police officers on all the roads leading to the State House. At Nyayo Stadium, a group of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel were patrolling the area with heavy equipment, with some of them leaving in the afternoon and heading back to Lang'ata…

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) is urging an impartial inquiry into the alleged 'mass killing' of residents in Githurai, Kiambu County, on Tuesday evening. Reports indicate that police opened fire leading to an unspecified number of casualties. Reports of intense gunfire and loss of life have…

Prominent social media activist and political commentator Gabriel Oguda has been found safe after an abduction that occurred during the recent anti-Finance Bill protests. The incident took place in Nairobi on June 24, 2024, sparking widespread concern and outrage among Kenyan citizens who demanded…

President William Ruto has declined to sign the controversial Finance Bill 2024. This decision comes in the wake of widespread public protests and growing concern over proposed tax changes that many citizens viewed as punitive and detrimental to their economic well-being. The Finance Bill has been…

The Kenyan parliament has approved the dispatch of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel within the country to restore order. This decision comes after a motion proposed by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah was endorsed by the House. The move was preceded by an official…

Protests have erupted across Kenya in response to the controversial Finance Bill 2024, which has ignited widespread public outcry. The proposed legislation has been met with fierce opposition due to its perceived harsh measures and potential to exacerbate the financial struggles of many households…