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Kenya's Gen Z Leads Protests Against Controversial Tax Bill

Hundreds arrested as young demonstrators challenge government over proposed tax hikes, demanding accountability and transparency.

  • Over 200 protesters arrested in Nairobi and other cities during anti-tax demonstrations.
  • Proposed finance bill seeks to raise $2.7 billion to reduce Kenya's budget deficit.
  • Government drops several contentious tax proposals following mass protests.
  • Protests driven by tech-savvy Gen Z activists using social media to mobilize support.
  • Police response criticized for excessive force; calls for government accountability grow.
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