Kenya’s President Unveils New Partial Cabinet Amid Protests
In an effort to quell weeks of deadly anti-government protests, Kenya’s President, William Ruto, has announced a new partial cabinet. This move comes as a response to the protests that began against controversial tax hikes but have since evolved into broader grievances over governance, corruption, and police violence. Despite withdrawing the controversial tax bill, dissatisfaction remains among Kenyans with at least 50 people reported killed in the protests according to the National Commission on Human Rights. The reshuffle has drawn criticism, with many accusing Ruto of merely recycling cabinet ministers without substantial change.
- Kenyan President William Ruto unveils a new partial cabinet in response to weeks of deadly anti-government protests.
- The protests, initially sparked by controversial tax hikes, have broadened into wider calls for governmental change and an end to corruption and police violence.
- Despite the withdrawal of the tax bill, discontent remains high, with at least 50 deaths reported amidst the protests.
- Critics accuse President Ruto of recycling cabinet ministers, raising doubts about the potential for real change within the government.
- A ban on demonstrations was imposed by the police, though it was later lifted by a Kenyan court, with further protests planned.
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