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What will be the outcome of the nationwide protests against the Finance Bill 2024 by July 31, 2024?
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Protests diminish significantly • 33%
Protests continue at the same level • 33%
Protests intensify • 34%
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Kenya's President Ruto Declines to Sign, Withdraws Finance Bill 2024 Today Amid Protests
Jun 26, 2024, 01:48 PM
Kenyan President William Ruto has declined to sign the Finance Bill 2024 into law and has sent it back to Parliament for amendments today before they break for recess. This decision, made on Wednesday, comes after widespread public opposition and nationwide protests against the bill, which many citizens viewed as over-taxation. Ruto acknowledged the public's insistence on the need for more concessions and stated that the bill would be withdrawn. The Finance Bill 2024 had sparked significant controversy and deadly protests across the country, leading to its rejection and subsequent withdrawal by the President.
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Passed with amendments • 33%
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Tourism limits imposed • 25%
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