In response to weeks of deadly protests in Kenya, sparked by steep tax increases and resulting in widespread anti-government sentiment, President Ruto has dismissed almost the entire cabinet of Kenya, sparing only the Prime Cabinet Secretary, Foreign Minister, and Deputy President. The protests, which began peacefully, escalated into violence with at least 39 fatalities reported during clashes with the police, and even saw the Parliament building set ablaze. In a move aimed at quelling the unrest and addressing the demands of the protestors, President Ruto announced his intention to form a broad-based government focusing on economic improvement, job creation, and fighting corruption.
- Kenyan President Ruto dismisses nearly all cabinet members and the Attorney General in response to deadly protests.
- The protests, initially triggered by steep tax increases, turned into widespread anti-government demonstrations with at least 39 people killed in clashes with police.
- Only the Prime Cabinet Secretary, Foreign Minister, and Deputy President have been spared from the cabinet dismissal.
- President Ruto commits to forming a broad-based government to tackle economic challenges, increase job opportunities, and combat corruption.
- This action is President Ruto’s latest effort to resolve the most severe crisis of his presidency.
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