In a dramatic turn of events, Kenyan protesters forcefully breached barricades at Parliament on Tuesday, gaining access to the complex where lawmakers were in heated debate over controversial tax hike proposals. The demonstrations, which have ignited widespread public outcry, escalated into chaos as violence erupted between demonstrators and security forces.
According to Amnesty International Kenya, hundreds of protesters overwhelmed police barriers outside Nairobi’s Parliament, resulting in clashes where live rounds were fired by authorities, causing multiple injuries. Reports indicate that a section of the parliamentary offices was set ablaze as protesters surged into the buildings amidst gunfire exchanges with police.
Eyewitness accounts and journalists on the scene have reported several fatalities among the protesters, although the exact number remains unconfirmed at this time.
The unrest stems from opposition to the Finance Bill, which passed a critical stage in the legislative process earlier on Tuesday. Protesters have been rallying against the bill for over a week, arguing that its implementation would exacerbate economic hardships already facing the population.
The situation remains fluid as security forces attempt to regain control of the situation and restore order in the capital city.
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