Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta has announced that he will not sign a controversial finance bill that led to protesters storming the parliament in Nairobi. The bill, which aimed to impose higher taxes on fuel and other goods, sparked outrage among Kenyan citizens and opposition leaders.
The protests turned violent as demonstrators clashed with police outside the parliament building. Opposition lawmakers walked out of the session in protest, calling the bill “unfair and unjust.” They argued that the tax increases would place a heavy burden on ordinary Kenyans already struggling with high living costs.
In a statement, President Kenyatta acknowledged the public’s concerns and promised to address them by revising the bill. He stated that he would not sign the legislation in its current form and would work with parliament to find a more suitable solution to the country’s financial challenges.
The finance bill has been a contentious issue in Kenya, with many accusing the government of mismanaging public funds and failing to address economic challenges. The bill was initially passed by parliament in an effort to raise revenue and reduce the country’s budget deficit, but it faced strong opposition from both politicians and the public.
The president’s decision not to sign the bill is seen as a victory for the protesters and a sign that the government is willing to listen to the concerns of its citizens. It remains to be seen how the bill will be revised and whether the revised version will be more acceptable to the Kenyan public.
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