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June 26, 2024 04:28 UTC

Nuru Okanga has pleaded with Azimio leaders and his fans to help him foot his son's hospital bill. Photo: Nuru okanga. The father of two urged the Azimio leaders to help him foot his son's hospital bills. To support Nuru Okanga, you can reach him on +254729362499. Nuru Okanga shares wedding budgetRecently, in another interview with TUKO.co.ke, Okanga, who cancelled his wedding in October 2023, said he was ready to walk down the aisle with his partner in December.

June 26, 2024 04:26 UTC

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has raised concern over Tuesday's protests that turned violent with protestors being killed. In a statement via X on Wednesday, June 26, Guterres urged the Kenyan government led by President William Ruto to show restraint while calling for peaceful protests. "I am deeply saddened by the reports of deaths and injuries, including of journalists and medical personnel, connected to protests and street demonstrations in Kenya. "I urge the Kenyan authorities to exercise restraint and call for all demonstrations to take place peacefully," he stated. The anti-finance bill protests turned violent on Tuesday with several protestors being shot after they breached parliament buildings in Nairobi CBD.

June 26, 2024 04:22 UTC

President Ruto announced that he has directed all the organs of national Security to deploy measures to thwart any attempt by dangerous criminals to undermine the security and stability of the country. He claimed that the protests against the Finance Bill 2024 were hijacked by those he termed as criminals. Pulse Live KenyaADVERTISEMENT“Accordingly I assure Kenyans that we shall provide a full effective and expeditious response to today's treasonous events,” President Ruto declared. “I thank you and I assure you that the conversation you have begun around pertinent issues of our nation will continue to inform our policy and governance decision,” President Ruto spoke. He claimed that criminal elements within the protest were to blame for the losses incurred during the protests.

June 26, 2024 03:15 UTC

One image shows a closet with newspapers and other documents spilling out on the floor from tipped-over boxes. Documents were discovered spilled out on the floor of a closet at Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago before a law enforcement search in 2022, according to proscutors. Documents marked ‘confidential’ and ‘secret’ appear inside boxes containing newspapers and other files at Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago. Documents and materials seized during a search of former Mar-a-Lago home included ‘secret’ filings next to personal items wrapped in tissue paper. Documents marked ‘secret’ were discovered with newspapers and other pieces of paper at Mar-a-Lago.

June 26, 2024 02:44 UTC





Pastor Robert BuraleADVERTISEMENTRenowned for his direct and no-nonsense approach to preaching, Pastor Robert Burale has openly rejected the Finance Bill 2024. Pulse Live KenyaReverend Lucy NatashaADVERTISEMENTReverend Lucy Natasha joined the chorus of opposition against the Finance Bill on June 25. Pulse Live KenyaPastor T MwangiADVERTISEMENTPastor T Mwangi has recently addressed the Finance Bill, urging the government to heed the voices of Generation Z. Pastor Nick KorirNairobi Chapel’s senior pastor, Nick Korir, has also rejected the Finance Bill 2024. pulse ugandaPastors who have remained silent about Finance BillADVERTISEMENTNot all religious leaders have spoken out about the Finance Bill.

June 26, 2024 01:42 UTC

At least one person has been killed and more than 200 injured since protests against the finance bill swept the country earlier this month. Read: Over 200 injured, 100 arrested in Kenya tax protestsHere are some details about the tax proposals:Why the Finance Bill? A finance bill is usually presented to parliament before the start of a financial year that runs from July to June, laying out the government's fiscal plans. This is not the first time a finance bill has met with resistance from some citizens. It is also unclear whether the protests will intensify should parliament pass the bill.

June 25, 2024 22:10 UTC

President William Ruto has sent a strong warning to the alleged planners of the chaos witnessed during the anti-Finance Bill protest today. The President said it was his constitutional mandate to safeguard Kenya's constitutional order. "Today's events mark a critical point in how we respond to threats to national security," he said. Ruto ended his address by saying the government will treat every threat to national security as an "existential threat to our republic", and actors in such threats will be viewed as "treasonous". "Accordingly, I assure Kenyans that we shall provide a full, effective and expeditious response to today's treasonous events.

June 25, 2024 21:49 UTC

President William Ruto has labelled the recent anti-finance bill protests as 'treasonous' and directed security forces to ensure the safety of all Kenyans. Addressing the nation, President Ruto emphasised the need to distinguish between criminal activity and the constitutional right to protest. Ruto reassured citizens of his administration's commitment to peace and security amidst growing concerns over the government's treatment of protesters. A protestor facing off with a police officer during anti-finance bill protests in Nairobi. For now, we wait to see how President Ruto’s strong rhetoric and directives will be deployed on planned protests on Wednesday.

June 25, 2024 21:48 UTC

Police opened fire after tear gas and water cannon failed to disperse the crowds. "We want to shut down parliament and every MP should go down and resign," protester Davis Tafari, who was trying to enter parliament, told Reuters. Police eventually managed to drive the protesters from the building amid clouds of tear gas and the sound of gunfire. Parliament approved the finance bill, moving it through to a third reading by lawmakers. Opposition leader Raila Odinga called for the Finance Bill to be immediately and unconditionally withdrawn to make way for dialogue.

June 25, 2024 20:11 UTC

The pub-goer was astonished by the whopping bill he received for ordering just four items (stock image)A man was left gobsmacked after being hit with a hefty bill for just four items at a local pub. Don't eat in pubs much:Pint of coke: £4Half of coke: £3.60Two cheese sandwiches: £19-90Is this normal for a bog standard pub? Although Leigh didn't publicly name the West Wales pub, he made it clear he wouldn't be returning for another meal. Read our Privacy PolicyUnsurprisingly, Leigh's extortionate pub receipt soon ignited a spirited debate on the web, garnering hundreds of reactions. Once the small pubs and independents have gone then the monopoly will be decided and it may end up like the supermarket situation."

June 25, 2024 19:39 UTC

Sections of Kenya's parliament were on fire on Tuesday as protesters overwhelmed police to storm the compound where lawmakers had just passed a contentious bill that would introduce a raft of new taxes, a witness said. One paramedic said at least 50 people had been injured by gunfire. Another witness reported seeing five bodies. The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) said it witnessed police shooting four protesters, killing one.

June 25, 2024 19:32 UTC

President William Ruto has commended the government security agencies for protecting Kenya and her people during the Tuesday's anti-Finance Bill protest. "I thank our security officers who were on duty today for applying themselves to the best of their abilities, in the defence of Kenya and its people," Ruto said. "As the people of Kenya go to bed tonight, I give you my assurance that your security, that of your families and property, remains my utmost priority." At least three protesters were reportedly shot outside Parliament Buildings as a mob battled police. A police lorry was burnt down outside parliament.

June 25, 2024 19:27 UTC

In a televised address from State House, Ruto said the demonstrations had been "hijacked" and he was putting "on notice the planners, financiers, orchestrators, abetters of violence and anarchy". He added that the military had been deployed across the country “in response to the security emergency caused by the ongoing violent protests". “This marks a critical turning point in how we respond to such threats on national security," he said. “Today’s attack resulted in the loss of lives, destruction of property and a lack of respect for the institutions, the head of state said. Many of those injured are receiving treatment at the Kenyatta National Hospital.

June 25, 2024 19:07 UTC

A media invite shared by State House Press Secretary Emmanuel Talam indicated that the president will speak at 9 pm. At least four protesters were shot dead as police struggled to disperse rioters who stormed Parliament after the passage of the controversial Finance Bill that seeks to raise taxes. The chaotic scenes were marked by live bullets and tear gas moments after Members of Parliament approved the bill. “I have seen four bodies of the protesters who were shot dead,” reported a witness. President William Ruto acknowledged the protests and promised to hold talks to address the concerns of the youth leading the demonstrations.

June 25, 2024 18:02 UTC