At least 39 people were killed and 361 injured in Kenya’s anti-government protests against a new tax hike, reported the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights. The violence occurred from June 18 to July 1, 2024, with many victims awaiting post-mortems. The Commission strongly condemned excessive force on protesters, medical staff, and journalists, and decried attacks on safe spaces and government infrastructure. President William Ruto faces mounting pressure following the unrest, sparked by controversial legislation. Activists plan further protests despite Ruto’s pledge to investigate the deaths and his decision not to sign the tax bill into law.
