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Police engaged youth along Uhuru Highway next to Parliament as they protested against the Finance Bill on June 20, 2024. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]
When the fear is gone, the clouds gather and freedom is reclaimed. For the better part of this week, Members of Parliament have been confronted by the nightmare of public outrage and backlash from Kenyans determined to occupy Parliament over the controversial Finance Bill, 2024.
Spurred on by their disdain for the tax-raising measures in the Bill, Kenyans have since Tuesday mobilised, organised and executed protests with the aim of getting their voice against the Bill heard at a time the controversial document is being considered on the floor of the House.
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