Kenya passes controversial bill two years after deadly Gen Z protests
Summary
Kenya’s lawmakers have passed a new set of financial measures two years after protests against a previous tax bill turned deadly. The government says the new bill will help raise $770 million needed before the 2027 elections.Key Facts
- Kenya passed a new controversial financial bill recently.
- The bill comes two years after protests against an earlier tax bill.
- The earlier protests involved mostly young people from Generation Z and led to deaths.
- The government under President William Ruto supports the new bill.
- The bill aims to raise $770 million in revenue.
- The money is needed ahead of Kenya’s 2027 elections.
- Lawmakers approved the bill despite public concerns.
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