Author: Judith Mwaura

Mumias East MP Peter Salasya urged Kenya Kwanza MPs to reject the Finance Bill 2024 in totality and even recommended a repeal of the 2023/2024 Finance Bill Embakasi East MP Babu Owino said the state will still witness the protests on Thursday, June, 20 if the bill is voted City lawyer Soyinka Lempaa told TUKO.co.ke that some lawyers would offer legal assistance to demonstrators arrested for opposing the bill Read Also Nairobi – Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and his Mumias East counterpart Peter Salasya made a nighttime visit to Nairobi Central Police Station to demand the release of detained…

In Mombasa, the recent protests against the Finance Bill 2024 have taken a distressing turn as police deployed tear gas on a group of Coast Girls. The incident, which occurred amidst growing public discontent with the proposed bill, has sparked widespread condemnation from human rights organizations and activists. The use of tear gas on young female protesters highlights the escalating tensions between the government and its citizens, who are increasingly frustrated with economic policies they deem oppressive. The Finance Bill 2024, which includes measures perceived to increase the tax burden on ordinary Kenyans, has led to a series of demonstrations…

BREAKING LIVE: Drama in Parliament as both Ruto and Raila MPs reject Ruto’s finance bill 2024! In an unprecedented move, members of parliament from both President William Ruto’s coalition and the opposition, led by Raila Odinga, have joined forces to reject the 2024 finance bill proposed by Ruto’s administration. This unexpected alliance has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, highlighting deep-seated issues with the proposed financial measures. MPs from both camps voiced their discontent, citing concerns over the bill’s potential economic repercussions and its impact on ordinary citizens. The rejection has thrown the government’s fiscal strategy into disarray, raising questions…

During the tumultuous protest, the self-proclaimed commander-in-chief of Gen Z stood defiantly in front of a line of heavily armored police officers. With a voice that carried both conviction and urgency, he declared, “These police who are detaining me, I am fighting for their children.” His words reverberated through the crowd, igniting a renewed sense of purpose among the demonstrators. They echoed his chant, “RUTO MUST GO,” with increasing fervor, their voices merging into a powerful chorus of dissent. The scene was a vivid tableau of modern resistance. Young activists held banners aloft, their vibrant colors contrasting starkly with the…

A tragic incident unfolded in Nairobi as a police officer succumbed to injuries sustained when a tear gas canister he was aiming at protestors accidentally detonated. The incident occurred amidst demonstrations against the Finance Bill at Kencom, a major bus terminus and landmark in the city. The officer, whose identity has not been disclosed, was in the line of duty, attempting to disperse the crowds when the canister exploded in his hands. Emergency services responded swiftly, but despite their best efforts, he was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital. This unfortunate event has added a new layer of tension…

In a fiery statement, Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has issued a stern ultimatum to the police, demanding the immediate release of peaceful protesters detained during a recent demonstration in Nairobi. Owino, known for his vocal advocacy on civil rights, has given the authorities a 24-hour deadline to free the protesters without any charges. The lawmaker emphasized that the continued detention of these individuals is a blatant violation of their constitutional rights to freedom of speech and peaceful assembly. Babu Owino’s declaration comes in the wake of heightened tensions between law enforcement and citizens exercising their right to…

In a shocking incident that has stirred public outrage, police officers in Nairobi’s Central Business District arrested and forcefully ejected a journalist from the Standard Group from a moving vehicle. The journalist, who was covering a protest, was reportedly targeted due to their active role in documenting the events. Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic, with officers aggressively detaining the journalist before unceremoniously pushing them out of the vehicle as it sped through the busy streets. This brazen act has been widely condemned by fellow journalists, human rights organizations, and the general public. Read Also The incident, which occurred in…

Protests erupted in the capital today as demonstrators opposed to the controversial Finance Bill clashed with police. The protesters, who have been vocal in their opposition to the bill, which they argue will unfairly burden the middle and lower classes with additional taxes, attempted to storm the Parliament Buildings. Chanting slogans and carrying banners, they were met with a heavy police presence determined to maintain order and prevent any breach of the legislative premises. Read Also The situation quickly escalated as protesters engaged in running battles with the police. Tear gas was deployed to disperse the crowds, but the demonstrators,…

In a startling turn of events in Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada, a Member of Parliament launched a scathing verbal attack against colleagues who supported a controversial bill perceived as oppressive to the citizens. The incident unfolded during a heated session, where the proposed legislation, which included stringent austerity measures and increased taxes, was under intense scrutiny. The MP, known for his fiery rhetoric and staunch advocacy for social justice, stood up and delivered a blistering critique. “You are betraying the very people who elected us to protect their interests,” he thundered, pointing an accusatory finger at the bill’s proponents. “This legislation…

Today, a dramatic scene unfolded in Parliament as Hon. Wamboka, visibly enraged, stormed out during a heated debate on the Finance Bill 2024. His exit came after a fervent denunciation of the bill, which he claims unfairly burdens the public while benefiting a select few. “I cannot stand by and watch our people suffer because of the decisions made by rogue leaders,” he declared before leaving the chamber. Read Also The Finance Bill 2024 has been a contentious topic, drawing criticism from various quarters for its proposed tax hikes and austerity measures. Many believe these provisions disproportionately affect the lower-income…