Violence Erupts in Nairobi as Police Clash with Tax Hike Protestors: Buildings Torched and Lives Lost Amid Growing Unrest
Nairobi, Kenya — The capital of Kenya was gripped by chaos on Tuesday as police reportedly opened fire on protesters, killing at least five amid widespread demonstrations against new tax proposals. Amnesty International reported the deaths and noted that 31 individuals were injured in the confrontations which also saw at least 52 people arrested. The protests, which have now spanned several days, began as an outcry against a controversial finance bill that citizens argue threatens …