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In Nairobi, Kenya, numerous protesters have been arrested amid ongoing demonstrations against planned tax increases in a finance bill set to be presented in parliament. Despite the arrests, civil society groups vow to continue protests and a sit-down outside the parliament buildings. Police dispersed demonstrators with tear gas, causing temporary business closures. Notable tax proposals have been amended, including dropping a 16% VAT tax on bread and adjusting other levies, following discussions between ruling party MPs and President William Ruto. The bill's clauses have drawn criticism from opposition leaders like Raila Odinga and Kalonzo Musyoka, who warn of negative impacts on the population if approved.
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