Kenya Erupts in Protests Amid Leadership Crisis
Protests in Kenya escalated as demonstrators called for President William Ruto's resignation over poor governance and rising living costs. Despite Ruto dismissing nearly his entire Cabinet, protests persisted, leading to police brutality and fatalities. Businesses closed due to fears of looting, and major roads were blocked by demonstrators.
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Protests in Kenya intensified on Tuesday as police used tear gas to disperse crowds in Nairobi and other cities accusing President William Ruto of poor governance and demanding his resignation. This comes despite his recent dismissal of nearly the entire Cabinet.
Businesses in Nairobi shut down to avoid potential looting, reminiscent of last week's demonstrations when protesters stormed Parliament, leading to fatal police action.
Major roads, including the Namanga highway, were blocked by protesters who lit bonfires. The protests, which began on June 18, escalated following the dismissal of Cabinet ministers and a controversial finance bill. Demonstrators remain relentless, calling for Ruto's resignation and better governance measures.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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