His remarks come amid nationwide protests against the Kenya Kwanza government that have been ongoing since June 18. Kenya has been in upheaval since demonstrators took to the streets four weeks ago to protest against deeply unpopular tax hikes. Despite some concessions from President William Ruto, who has tried to placate the demonstrators with various measures, the unrest persists. The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) reports at least 50 deaths and 413 injuries since the protests began. Adding to the controversy, President Ruto accused the Ford Foundation of funding the protests.

Source: Daily Nation July 18, 2024 14:23 UTC