Violent Clashes in Kenya Over Controversial Tax Bill Leave One Dead, Hundreds Injured
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Violent clashes erupted in Nairobi, Kenya, as police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse protesters opposing a controversial finance bill that proposes tax hikes amid rising living costs. Despite some amendments to the bill, including the suspension of certain taxes, demonstrators demand its complete withdrawal. The protests have seen mass arrests and have been amplified on social media platforms like TikTok, where activists provide real-time updates and document police actions.
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