 Proposed tax rises in Kenya have been repealed by William Ruto, the president following nationwide protests. In these demonstrations across the country, at least 23 people were left dead and 30 are injured after the violent uproar against the planned tax increase. Ruto said in a televised statement today that he will not be signing the 2024 financial bill after, in quote, listening keenly to the people of Kenya who have said loudly that they want nothing to do with this bill.