Its president referred to the dynamic repression of “violence and anarchy”. Kenya William Ruto, following protests against his government’s fiscal plans, which were undermined by the death of five protesters, according to non-governmental organizations, and the seizure of parliament.
“We will respond fully, effectively and quickly to the treacherous events that occurred today,” said William Ruto at a press conference in the capital Nairobi, stressing that the protests were “captured by dangerous people”.
It cannot be considered normal”
“It cannot be considered normal, or even contemplated, that criminals disguised as peaceful protesters can terrorize the people, their elected representatives and the institutions established by our Constitution, and expect us not to worry,” he added.
Ruto “also warned the instigators, financiers, instigators and accomplices of violence and anarchy”.
Today, the police used tear gas, water bombs, rubber bullets and live fire, according to several non-governmental organizations, to disperse protesters during this third day of demonstrations against the government’s plans to impose new taxes, which of those present are discussed by deputies. . At least five people were killed and 31 injured, NGOs said.
Opposition “fire”
The main opposition coalition, Azimio, accused the government of “unleashing its brutal violence against the children of our country”.
Soldiers were deployed to support police “in response to the security emergency caused by ongoing violent protests” across the country. These demonstrations were marked by “destruction and attacks on critical infrastructure”, announced Defense Minister Aden Barre earlier this evening.
Sources: AMPE, AFP, Reuters