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Kenya Police Fire Tear Gas as Cabinet Swearing In Ignites Fresh Nairobi Protests
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Published on 24 April 2026
Protests erupt even after Ruto reshuffles ministers
Police in Nairobi fired tear gas to disperse protesters as Kenya’s new Cabinet was sworn in. Demonstrators, starting after calls to reject a controversial finance bill that raised taxes amid a high cost of living, escalated their anger further by demanding President William Ruto’s resignation, clashing with security forces despite ministerial dismissals.
- Nairobi protests reignited during the Cabinet swearing in
- Tear gas used as demonstrators clashed with police
- Protesters blame a finance bill for worsening living costs
- Ruto’s resignation demand persists despite reshuffles
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