Recent protests in Kenya against tax hikes have led to significant unrest and violence. According to the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR), at least 39 people have died, nearly doubling previous government figures. The protests from June 18 to July 1 have also resulted in 361 injuries, 32 enforced or involuntary disappearances, and 627 arrests.
These initially peaceful anti-tax rallies, primarily led by young Gen-Z activists, turned violent after lawmakers passed the controversial tax legislation. Demonstrators attacked the parliament complex in Nairobi, and police responded with live ammunition.
President William Ruto, who has faced his most serious crisis since taking office in September 2022, stated that 19 people had died but denied having "blood on my hands," promising an investigation into the deaths.
The KNCHR condemned the excessive and disproportionate force used against protesters and other groups, and activists have called for fresh protests starting Tuesday, despite Ruto's announcement that he would not sign the tax hike bill into law. Social media campaigns are using hashtags like "Occupy Everywhere," "Ruto must go," and "Reject Budgeted Corruption."
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