The police used live fire and tear gas on protesters who marched on the Parliament building in an attempt to stop a vote on a contentious finance bill.
The police used tear gas in an attempt to keep the protesters from approaching Parliament, and the sound of live fire rang out.
Before Tuesday’s demonstration, several activists who are prominent critics of the bill were abducted, according to the Law Society of Kenya.
But protesters have denounced other taxes, including on imported goods, and have urged the government to abandon the draft legislation.
Image President William Ruto promised to be a champion of the poor, but critics say his administration has been marred by extravagant spending.
Persons:
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Organizations:
Amnesty International, Law Society of Kenya, Mr, Kenyan, Observers, KFC, Protesters
Locations:
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