Turmoil in Nairobi: Deadly Protests Surge as Kenyans Oppose New Tax Bill, Demand Government Action
Nairobi, Kenya – Widespread protests in Kenya escalated Tuesday with police reportedly using live ammunition against demonstrators who oppose proposed tax increases. Amnesty International informed that at least five individuals were killed in the clashes in Nairobi, with another 31 wounded. Scenes of chaos emerged as hundreds breached the parliament building, setting fire to a section of it. The demonstrations began as a response to a controversial finance bill that proposed new taxes, sparking outrage …