Kenya Revives Controversial Tax Plans, Sparking Fears of Unrest
Kenya is set to reintroduce a modified version of its controversial eco-levy tax, potentially reigniting tensions that led to widespread protests earlier this year. The […]
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Kenya: Police fired tear gas on anti-government demonstrators
On Thursday August 8, Kenyan police used tear gas in the city center of the capital Nairobi, where small groups of demonstrators gathered to protest […]
Kenyan Court Overturns Police Ban on Protests Amid Political Unrest
In a significant turn of events, Kenya’s High Court has suspended a police ban on protests in Nairobi, asserting citizens’ constitutional right to peaceful demonstration. […]
Kenyan Unrest Escalates: Tear Gas Deployed as Anti-Government Protests Persist
Tensions in Kenya have reached a boiling point as police resorted to tear gas to disperse protesters in Nairobi and other major cities. Despite President […]
Kenyan Farmers Grapple with Devastating Floods and Climate Change
Kenya’s recent flooding has wreaked havoc on its agricultural sector, leaving farmers like Martha Waema facing unprecedented losses. The deluge has submerged farms, destroying crops […]
Kenyans Gather to Honor Protest Victims, Demand Change
Hundreds of Kenyans attended a concert in Nairobi to commemorate the dozens killed during recent anti-government protests. The event, held on the historically significant Saba […]
Kenya Halts Political Pay Rises Amid Public Backlash and Economic Concerns
In a swift response to mounting public pressure, Kenya has frozen proposed salary increases for government officials, including members of parliament and cabinet. This decision […]
Haitian PM Welcomes Kenyan Police, Outlines Path to Stability
Haiti’s Prime Minister Garry Conille has expressed optimism about the recently deployed Kenyan police force, calling their initial impact “extremely positive” in the fight against […]
Nigeria’s Fuel Subsidy Dilemma Deepens as Debt to Suppliers Soars
Nigeria’s state oil company NNPC faces mounting challenges as its debt to gasoline suppliers has surged to over $6 billion, doubling since April. This financial […]
Kenya Faces Fiscal Dilemma as Ruto Opts for Borrowing Over Tax Hikes
In the wake of rejected tax increases and violent protests, Kenyan President William Ruto has announced plans to borrow heavily to address the country’s growing […]