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Op-Ed: As Kenya Protested in the Streets, Faith Kipyegon Ran for History
In two days that gripped the nation, Kenyans confronted power at home while chasing possibility abroad.
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05 July 2024
President Ruto Announces Budget Cuts in Response to Sustained Protests
Following weeks of nationwide demonstrations against the Finance Bill 2024, which ultimately led to its withdrawal, President William Ruto of Kenya has announced plans to reduce the cost of governance.
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13 July 2023
Protests Against Cost of Living Turn Deadly in Kenya; Opposition Vows to Continue Demonstrations
As the Kenyan government doubles the tax on petroleum from 8% to 16%, protestors and police clash in the streets.
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18 May 2016
Daughter of Kenya’s Former Prime Minister Speaks on IEBC Protests
Two days after a violent police crackdown, Winnie Odinga defends Kenya's IEBC protestors while slamming elitism among the middle class.
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