Goods evening, and welcome to tonight's special coverage. The streets of Nairobi are echoing with the voices of Kenya's Generation Z, as they protest against the Finance Bill of 2024. the heart of the demonstrations. thousands of young Kenyans have gathered to voice their opposition to the Finance Bill. They're expressing concerns over proposed tax hikes, particularly on essential goods and services.
The bill includes increases in VAT on basic commodities like food, fuel, and utilities, which many here argue will disproportionately affect lower-income families and young people just entering the workforce.There have been some clashes as demonstrators marched towards Parliament earlier today, but overall, the protest has been largely peaceful. Gen Z are emphasizing non-violence and civic engagement in their message.
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