A media invite shared by State House Press Secretary Emmanuel Talam indicated that the president will speak at 9 pm. At least four protesters were shot dead as police struggled to disperse rioters who stormed Parliament after the passage of the controversial Finance Bill that seeks to raise taxes. The chaotic scenes were marked by live bullets and tear gas moments after Members of Parliament approved the bill. “I have seen four bodies of the protesters who were shot dead,” reported a witness. President William Ruto acknowledged the protests and promised to hold talks to address the concerns of the youth leading the demonstrations.

Source: Daily Nation June 25, 2024 18:02 UTC