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Kenya in Chaos: Anti-Tax Protests Turn Deadly

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Chaotic scenes in Kenya as anti-tax protests escalate, resulting in casualties and violent clashes. Read more!

Kenya has been plunged into chaos as anti-tax protests have turned deadly, with reports of five people shot dead and dozens wounded in Nairobi. The mounting anger stems from controversial tax proposals that have sparked outrage and led to violent clashes between protesters and police. The situation escalated when protesters stormed the parliament, causing chaos and forcing legislators to flee. The escalating anti-tax demonstrations led to the deployment of the military to restore order, further intensifying the tensions in the country.

Despite the turmoil, the protests continued to gain momentum as crowds marched in various cities, including Mombasa, Kisumu, and Eldoret. The unrest culminated in violent confrontations as police fired live rounds at demonstrators in Nairobi, resulting in more casualties. The scene of Kenya's parliament burning and protesters breaching government buildings marked a significant escalation in the protests, reflecting the deep-seated frustrations with the government's actions and policies.

In a surprising turn of events, Kenya's regulator denied rumors of plans to shut down the Internet amid the chaos, alleviating concerns of a communication blackout during the protests. The defiance of the Communications Authority of Kenya added a twist to the unfolding events, highlighting the importance of access to information in times of unrest. Despite the challenges, the resilience of the protesters and the intense backlash against the controversial finance bill showcased the determination of the Kenyan people to fight for their rights and demand accountability from the government.

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Crowds also marched in the port city of Mombasa, the opposition bastion of Kisumu, and Ruto's stronghold of Eldoret, images on Kenyan TV channels showed.

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