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- Protests over proposed tax hikes in Nairobi turned violent, resulting in the burning of Uganda House. Uganda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed no diplomatic staff were harmed. Tensions persist amid ongoing demonstrations against economic measures.
Nairobi’s bustling Kenyatta Avenue was engulfed in chaos as protests against proposed tax hikes turned violent, culminating in the burning of Uganda House, a newly renovated commercial hub.
Bagiire Vincent Waiswa, Uganda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Permanent Secretary, reassured that no diplomatic personnel were harmed in the blaze. Despite the extensive damage, Waiswa emphasized Uganda’s commitment to peaceful relations with Kenya, condemning the destructive turn of otherwise lawful demonstrations.
The incident comes amid ongoing protests over a contentious finance bill, triggering unrest dubbed the “7 Days of Rage” despite recent tax rollbacks. As tensions simmer, both nations strive to maintain stability amidst economic pressures and civic discontent.
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