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Kenya's President Ruto Appoints Opposition Leaders to Cabinet Amid Unrest

Protests continue despite inclusion of opposition figures in the government, with demands for reforms and an end to police brutality.

  • President William Ruto has appointed four opposition leaders to key cabinet positions, including finance and energy ministries.
  • The move aims to form a 'broad-based' government to address issues raised by ongoing protests.
  • Demonstrations, largely led by young people, began over proposed tax hikes and have expanded to calls for Ruto's resignation.
  • Over 50 people have died and hundreds have been injured in the protests, which have seen accusations of police brutality.
  • Skepticism remains among protesters, who view the appointments as political deal-making without real benefits for the populace.
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