Kenyan Protests Against Tax Rises
Kenyan police open fire on protestors as they storm parliament in widespread demonstrations against sweeping tax rises, resulting in several deaths and injuries. The controversial tax bill aims to raise taxes to pay off foreign debt, sparking outrage among Kenyan citizens.
Key Points
- Protesters march against controversial tax bill
- Police use tear gas and water cannons to block protesters
- Protesters overwhelm police and storm Parliament
- Scores killed and hundreds injured
- Criticism of police tactics and government response
Cons
- Several people killed and scores injured
- Violence on the streets of Nairobi and beyond
- Heavy-handed police tactics criticized
- Chaos and destruction in Parliament buildings