Anti-government protests resume in Kenya

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights has reported that a total of 39 individuals have lost their lives during anti-government protests in Kenya.

This figure, nearly double the previously disclosed number by authorities, includes those who were killed while demonstrating against a series of highly unpopular tax hikes, which have since been revoked, Caliber.Az reports citing the foreign media.

The Commission stated that from June 18 to July 1, 361 people were also injured across the country in connection with the protests.

The recent anti-government protests in Kenya have erupted in response to widespread discontent over significant tax increases imposed by the government. These tax hikes, originally intended to bolster government revenues, were met with fierce opposition from various sectors of Kenyan society, including civil society groups, opposition parties, and ordinary citizens.

The protests intensified as demonstrators voiced their grievances against the economic burden imposed by the tax measures, which were seen as exacerbating the financial strain on already struggling households and businesses. The government's decision to withdraw these tax increases came after mounting pressure and widespread public outcry, signaling a significant victory for the protesters.