For several days, Kenyans have been demonstrating against a new finance bill that introduces unpopular tax proposals.
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BBC reports that the government has dropped some of the bill’s contentious proposals, but this has done little to assuage public anger. Many now want the entire bill scrapped.PREMIUM TIMES delivers fact-based journalism for Nigerians, by Nigerians — and our community of supporters, the readers who donate, make our work possible. Help us bring you and millions of others in-depth, meticulously researched news and information.
The protests, according to multiple media reports, have spread across the country to Nakuru, Mombasa, Eldoret and other urban areas. Kenya is deep in debt and the government says it needs to raise taxes. But many Kenyans say they can’t afford the proposed increases in prices of imported staples like eggs, onions, and cooking oil.
“Critics pointed out that it would lead to the increase in the cost of essential items such as sanitary pads, which was seen as insensitive, as there are many girls who, unable to afford these products, often miss school during their periods.” Ms Koome expressed “deep concern” regarding the allegations of abductions carried out by individuals who failed to identify themselves and did not present the abducted individuals before a court of law.
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