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Kenya’s President Ruto Promises Decisive Action Following Deadly Protests Over Tax Increases
In response to a series of violent anti-tax protests across Kenya, President William Ruto has committed to a “full” governmental response to restore order. The unrest, sparked by opposition to proposed tax hikes, saw protesters clashing with police, storming the Parliament building, and setting it partially ablaze. Despite the public outcry and demands to scrap…