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5 people dead in Kenya over finance bill protest
Obama’s half-sister teargassed as protesters storm Parliament

5 people dead in Kenya over finance bill protest

Obama’s half-sister teargassed as protesters storm Parliament

By Mansi Chand
26/06/2024
Photo: 1News

At least five people were shot dead after Kenyan Police fired live rounds at demonstrators in Nairobi over a controversial finance bill that has sparked widespread protests.

Among the protesters was Auma Obama, the half-sister of former US President Barack Obama, who was teargassed by police.

Kenya’s Parliament was set ablaze as protesters stormed the building where the ceremonial mace was also stolen.

The country has been in the grip of nationwide protests against proposed tax hikes which quickly turned violent.

Source: CNN

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