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Clerics blame parliament for Kenya protests.

Religious leaders in Kenya have blamed the violent demonstrations that rocked the country yesterday on Members of Parliament. This was after police reportedly opened fire on protesters after a group of them breached and ransacked the parliament building in the capital Nairobi over the passing of the Finance Bill, 2024, whichthey say imposes unaffordable tax rises on ordinary citizens. The violence that ensued left atleast 10 people dead and over 120 others injured. Addressing the media in the Kenyan capital Nairobi earlier today, the clerics led by Bishop Abraham Gitu, the coordinator of the High Council of Bishops, emphasized the importance of upholding independence of the legislature as stated in the constitution. He also urged young people not to express […]

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