Gen Z, Millennials, technology and the Nairobi protests

Update: 2024-07-02

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Following a tumultuous – and violent – series of days in Kenya, President Ruto has reversed his decision on tax hikes that sparked unrest in the streets. The situation has been extremely dire – with law enforcement resorting to tear gas and firearms. Amnesty International, in collaboration with local civic groups in Kenya, has documented a minimum of five fatalities from gunshot wounds and over thirty individuals sustaining injuries. The turmoil primarily took place in the capital city of Nairobi but has also extended to other urban areas across the nation. This protest largely resonated with the Gen-Z demographic, who before seemed unlikely to vote – prompting an examination of the influence of social media. Wairimu Gitahi joins us from Nairobi to delve into this matter further.

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The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Wairimu Gitahi.

More on this week's stories:

Kenya unrest: Deep economic roots that brought Gen-Z onto streets

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