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.