Police fire tear gas at renewed Kenya protests
Security forces, including the military, heavily deployed around key buildings, blocked roads ahead of the planned demonstrations
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Kenya prepares for new protests despite president’s tax reversal
Reporters observed an army vehicle in Nairobi’s central business district, the focal point of Tuesday’s protests
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US pledges support to address Kenya’s economic challenges
US Secretary of State expressed support for President Ruto’s withdrawal of a tax hike bill that sparked violent protests and emphasized the need for security forces to show restraint and investigate human rights violations.
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Biden designates Kenya as ‘major non-NATO ally’
US president first announced decision to elevate Kenya to such designation in May
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Kenyan president extends offer for dialogue with protesters
President William Ruto says he is open to dialogue on Finance Bill 2024, as protest against tax hikes continues for 6th consecutive day
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2 killed, more than 200 injured in Kenyan tax protests
Nationwide unrest has led to demands from opposition, protesters for resignations of top police officials
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Kenya police arrest demonstrators protesting tax hikes
Despite public opposition, the bill is expected to pass due to Ruto’s parliamentary majority
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Kenya’s Ruto defends using private jet for US trip, cites cost savings
Government spokesman Isaac Mwaura stated the benefits of the visit outweighed the costs but did not provide specifics
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Kenyan president urges inclusive global financial system
William Ruto says current international ‘financial architecture is faulty, unfair and it must be fixed’
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Kenya appoints new defense chief following fatal helicopter crash
President Ruto also made other notable appointments, including Major General Fatuma Gaiti Ahmed as the commander of the Kenya Air Force
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