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Kenya hit by a wave of protests over the cost of living and taxes

NPR | By Michael Kaloki
Published July 20, 2023 at 4:22 PM CDT
Protesters stand on the road during clashes in the Mathare area of Nairobi, Kenya Wednesday, July 19, 2023. Kenyans were back protesting on the streets of the capital Wednesday against newly imposed taxes and the increased cost of living.
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Protesters stand on the road during clashes in the Mathare area of Nairobi, Kenya Wednesday, July 19, 2023. Kenyans were back protesting on the streets of the capital Wednesday against newly imposed taxes and the increased cost of living.

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