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Kenyans protest over proposed tax hike in finance bill
Police officers arrest a demonstrator protesting against proposed tax hikes in a finance bill that is due to be tabled in parliament in Nairobi, Kenya, June 18, 2024

DOZENS of protesters were arrested in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, today in ongoing protests against proposed tax rises in a finance Bill.

Police hurled tear gas canisters at hundreds of demonstrators, forcing businesses to temporarily close for fear of violence.

Lawyer Wanjohi Gachie said he was protesting on behalf of all Kenyans who would be potentially burdened by the tax rises.

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