Kenya’s Youth Persist in Protests Despite Government Crackdown and Violence

Kenya’s Gen-Z protesters continue their demonstrations against the government, demanding changes beyond the withdrawal of a controversial finance bill. Despite the government’s concession and the dismissal of the cabinet, the protests have persisted with young Kenyans, like 24-year-old George Boya, at the forefront. Boya, who has been a regular participant in the protests, highlights the excessive force used by law enforcement as a driving factor for his and others’ continued activism. The Kenyan Commission on Human Rights reports at least 50 fatalities since the protests began, underscoring the risks involved. Protesters, including activist Shakira Wula, call for systemic changes to address unemployment, corruption, and impunity, viewing the government’s response to their demonstrations as inadequate and violent.

• Over a month of protests in Kenya against a new finance bill proposing tax increases has led to the bill’s withdrawal and the dismissal of the cabinet.
• Despite these actions, Gen-Z protesters remain defiant, demanding broader changes.
• Police have banned protests in Nairobi’s city center, citing public safety concerns.
• George Boya, a 24-year-old protester, emphasizes the personal impact of witnessing violence and injustice from a young age.
• The Kenyan Commission on Human Rights reports at least 50 deaths since the protests started.
• Protesters call for empowerment and job creation, criticizing the government for not fulfilling its promises to the youth.
• Activist Shakira Wula points to corruption, impunity, and the lack of development as core issues, stressing the urgency for youth-led change.
• The initial focus on the finance bill has expanded to a broader critique of the government’s actions and the political class.
• Protesters express a willingness to continue demonstrations until their demands for systemic reform are met.

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