Hundreds of protesters have taken to the streets in Kenya following the government’s proposal of a tax hike. There are concerns over missing protesters who were last seen at the demonstrations and their fate remains unknown. Legal and human rights organizations, as well as family members, are urgently seeking answers about their whereabouts.
The Kenyan government has yet to comment on the alleged missing persons. There have been reports of forces using tear gas and water cannons to disperse the protesters, escalating tensions in the area.
The tax hike, which is set to affect several key commodities and services, has caused widespread frustration among the Kenyan citizens, exacerbating the economic hardships faced by many individuals due to the current pandemic.
The situation is being monitored closely by international bodies who are calling on the Kenyan government to take necessary steps to ensure the safety and rights of the protesters are protected.
Concerns over missing protesters as Kenya erupts in tax hike demonstrations
Hundreds of protesters have taken to the streets in Kenya following the government’s proposal of a tax hike. There are concerns over missing protesters who were last seen at the demonstrations and their fate remains unknown. Legal and human rights organizations, as well as family members, are urgently seeking answers about their whereabouts.
The Kenyan government has yet to comment on the alleged missing persons. There have been reports of forces using tear gas and water cannons to disperse the protesters, escalating tensions in the area.
The tax hike, which is set to affect several key commodities and services, has caused widespread frustration among the Kenyan citizens, exacerbating the economic hardships faced by many individuals due to the current pandemic.
The situation is being monitored closely by international bodies who are calling on the Kenyan government to take necessary steps to ensure the safety and rights of the protesters are protected.
