KENYA AT SHUT DOWN; 3 MAJOR PROTESTS TO TAKE PLACE ON WEDNESDAY

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Kenyans Brace for Major Disruptions as Three Protests Take Center Stage on Wednesday

July 12, 2023

Kenyans are being urged to prepare for significant disruptions on Wednesday, July 12, as the nation anticipates three major protests taking place across the country. These demonstrations, called by opposition groups and other entities, are driven by growing disillusionment among Kenyans regarding the soaring cost of living and controversial tax hikes introduced through the Finance Act.

The protests are expected to paralyze major urban centers and cities, impacting essential services and causing inconvenience to the general public. The three main protests to be held on this day are:

1. Taxi Association Protests.

Taxi drivers down their tools to call on the Government to lower the cost of fuel that triggers high cost of living. PHOTO FILE | NAIROBI NEWS

Taxi-hailing apps have announced a nationwide strike on Wednesday, July 12, to draw attention to various issues affecting the transport sector. The taxi-hailing association's leadership has highlighted concerns such as insecurity, rising fuel prices, and pay rates set by digital companies. They have issued a strict warning to all taxi-hailing drivers, instructing them to keep their cars off the road during the strike. The association has declared that the strike will continue until their demands are met by the government.

2. PSV Protests.


The city got paralysed with the looming strike planned by matatu owners. PHOTO FILE | THE STANDARD 

Public Service Vehicle (PSV) operators issued a 21-day strike notice on June 21, 2023, in protest against the mandatory re-testing exercise conducted by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). The deadline for this strike notice is set to lapse on Wednesday, July 12. Long-distance drivers and boda boda operators have also expressed their support for the PSV operators, arguing that the re-testing exercise is punitive and aimed at frustrating motorists. They are demanding inclusion in the decision-making process to bring about positive changes within the sector.


3. Azimio Protest.

Azimio la umoja brigade maintains that Wednesday protest will be a mother of all protests.  PHOTO FILE| THE STANDARD 

During the Saba Saba demonstrations, Azimio la Umoja leader Raila Odinga announced nation wide protests to amplify his call for civil disobedience. Odinga warned the Kenya Kwanza administration that punitive taxes and the high cost of living were non-negotiable issues. National Assembly Minority Leader Opiyo Wandayi declared that more serious demonstrations would take place across the country on July 12. These protests are part of a new wave of civil disobedience and mass action. The opposition leader also emphasized the collection of 10 million signatures, intending to gauge support for anti-government protests.

Kenyans came out in large numbers to express their suffering from the Government after the implementation of the 2023 financial act.

The government and relevant authorities are urged to engage in constructive dialogue with the protesting groups to address their concerns and find mutually beneficial solutions. The current situation underscores the need for a comprehensive examination of the issues faced by Kenyans, including the rising cost of living, high taxes, and safety concerns within the transport sector.

As Kenyans prepare for these major protests, it is crucial for all stakeholders to prioritize dialogue and work towards sustainable solutions that will address the grievances of the public while ensuring the stability and progress of the nation.

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