Kenya is on high alert as the nation marks the second anniversary of the deadly Gen Z protests. What began two years ago as a youth-led movement against controversial tax hikes has transformed into a deeply rooted fight for national sovereignty. Today, protesters face heavy police resistance, tear gas, and arrests in Nairobi while honouring the victims of past unrest. Public fury is firmly directed at President William Ruto, whose international standing is increasingly overshadowed by domestic turmoil. Beyond economic hardships and alleged state-led abductions, the Ruto administration faces fierce backlash over controversial, US-backed health agreements. Massive public outrage, deadly protests, and a court ruling recently forced a dramatic government U-turn on a US Ebola quarantine facility, culminating in Health Minister Aden Duale being held in contempt of court. As the 2027 elections approach, a fractured opposition leaves Ruto with a political advantage, but widespread discontent continues to fuel a highly combustible environment.
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