tax hike

JI joins the chorus, launches ‘Haq Do Awam Ko’ movement

Warn govt of nationwide shutter-down strike if it fails to withdraw additional taxes on electricity

Hundreds of people took to streets despite pleas from Ruto and his deputy, Gachagua to engage in dialogue

President Ruto pledges dialogue with youth, budget cuts, and austerity measures to offset finances

Warns of investment withdrawal as sales slump 38%, illicit trade surges

Increase in fees, taxes to take effect from July

As protesters ponder whether to stage another large rally in Paris or in the nearby town of Versailles

The government is scrambling to stave off another Saturday of burned cars and running street battles

The premier may announce the delay on June 1