AU Intervenes on Finance Bill, Calls for Release of Arrested Protestors
The African Union Commission on Human Rights has called on the government to explore alternative tax options after hundreds of Kenyans took to the streets to protest against the contentious Finance Bill 2024.
In a statement, the union criticised President William Ruto’s administration for adopting tax measures that would directly affect the socioeconomic well-being of its citizens.
The Union noted the measures proposed by the Finance Bill would affect most Kenyans and deprive them of accessing their basic human needs.
According to the commission, the increase in the cost of living, stagnant wages, and high unemployment rates had exacerbated the struggles of ordinary citizens, contravening the principles of social justice.
As part of interventions to mitigate the escalating stalemate between Kenyans and the government, the AU called on both parties to engage in constructive and Inclusive dialogue.
