Akinyi Maina Lolla

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Based in Nairobi, Kenya-Akinyi is The African Exponent's East African Correspondent-bringing to you all important stories from the Eastern part of Africa right on your computer.

  Jun 29, 2024

Kenyan Activists Call for Continued Protests as President Ruto Faces Resigniation Demands

Kenyan activists call for new protests, strikes, and sit-ins demanding President William Ruto's resignation....

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  Jun 27, 2024

Kenya Braces for More Protests Despite President Ruto Withdrawing Unpopular Tax Bill

Despite President William Ruto's decision to put an unpopular tax bill on hold, Kenya braces for more protests in Nairobi....

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  Jun 27, 2024

Embattled Kenyan President Ruto 'NOT' Signing the Controversial Finance Bill After Nationwide Protests

Kenyan President William Ruto announced he would not sign the 2024 finance bill, which included a series of tax increases....

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  Jun 24, 2024

Kenya's President Ruto Seeks Dialogue With 'Tax Protestors'

During a church service in Nyahururu, Ruto praised the protesters for their peaceful approach and indicated his willingness to have conversations to address their concerns and work towards building a better nation....

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  Jun 21, 2024

Kenya Launches Probe into Police Actions After Tax Protester Killed

In Kenya, an investigation into police conduct during recent tax protests has been launched by the country’s Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA)....

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  Jun 21, 2024

South Sudan's Vice President Criticizes New Peace Talks in Kenya

Machar alleges the new draft agreement from the talks proposes alternative institutions that could replace or run parallel to those established by the 2018 agreement....

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