Protests Erupt in Kenya Over Tax Hikes

In 2024, Kenya witnessed a significant youth-led movement that emerged in response to unpopular tax hike proposals, culminating in nationwide protests that led to the withdrawal of the Finance Bill and cabinet reshuffling by President William Ruto. The protests, which resulted in violent police responses and 60 fatalities, underscored the influence of social media and technology in political activism, with tools like AI chatbots and TikTok being employed for mobilization. In parallel, Ghana reflected on the loss of notable public figures across various fields, including gospel artist KODA and actor Vicent McCauley, whose deaths left substantial cultural voids. Additionally, significant political events in Kenya included the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and the emergence of memorable protest slogans like