Kenyan Youths Protest Finance Bill Across Major Towns

PHOTO: Demonstrators chant in unison during anti-Finance Bill demonstrations in CBD on June 20, 2024.

Kenyans across the country demonstrate against the Finance Bill 2024, expressing their discontent through protests.

Eldoret

Hundreds of youths took to the streets early, venting their frustrations against President William Ruto’s Finance Bill. They destroyed UDA party symbols in anger, highlighting their dissatisfaction with the current government’s policies.

Kisumu

In Kisumu, a youth climbed a tree in a playful reference to Zacchaeus from the Bible, mocking President Ruto. Other protesters gestured for him to come down, while chanting slogans demanding a repeal of the Finance Bill.

Nakuru

PHOTO: Protesters in Nakuru townYouth in Nakuru protested the Finance Bill, brandishing placards and chanting slogans, expressing concerns about its potential impacts on the community. They called for greater transparency and accountability in the government’s fiscal policies.

Nanyuki

Large numbers of youth in Nanyuki voiced their opposition to the Finance Bill, chanting slogans like “Ruto Must Go” as they marched through the streets. They demanded concrete action from policymakers to address the economic challenges facing ordinary citizens.

Nyeri

Youth in Nyeri County took to the streets, singing songs depicting the struggles of Kenyans under the weight of the Finance Bill. They called for solidarity among citizens in the fight against unjust taxation and economic hardship.

Kisii

In Kisii county, youth protested against the Finance Bill, carrying placards and chanting slogans as they traversed different areas of the town. They emphasized the need for inclusive policymaking that takes into account the needs of all citizens, especially the marginalized.

Kakamega

Youth in Kakamega joined the protests, with boda boda riders also participating, carrying placards and singing as they moved around. They demanded accountability from political leaders and called for policies that prioritize the welfare of ordinary Kenyans.

Embu

The situation in Embu mirrored that of other towns, with youth protesting against the Finance Bill, sitting on roadsides with placards and chanting slogans. They urged the government to listen to the voices of the people and address their concerns promptly.

Protestors Demand Action Against Finance Bill

Across various towns, Kenyan youths voice their opposition to the Finance Bill, calling for change and greater accountability from policymakers.