Association of African Journalists on Environment and Development- AFJED

19/10/2024

https://www.ipsnews.net/2024/10/kenyas-mung-bean-legislation-debate-underscores-farmers-vulnerability/

27/06/2024

I'm thrilled to share my latest piece for Inter Press Service (IPS) Africa (IPS): "Youth-Led Protests Force Kenyan President's Hand on Tax Bill".
In this article, I delve into the unprecedented youth-led protests in Kenya that successfully pressured President William Ruto to withdraw the controversial 2024 Finance Bill. This movement, marked by widespread participation and a significant push for economic justice, showcases the power of the younger generation to drive political change.

This story is a testament to the resilience and determination of Kenya's youth. Their voices are reshaping the nation's political landscape and demanding accountability from their leaders.

In a historic first, Kenya’s youth have mobilized in large-scale protests to demand that the political establishment listen to them. The Finance Bill 2024, which proposed new taxes across several sectors, was the catalyst for the protests, igniting outrage among a youth demographic that feels betr...