Kenyan police fired teargas at traders in Nairobi on Friday, August 28, 2026, during a protest against increased taxes on imports. The protest was organized in response to the government's decision to raise tax rates, which the traders claim will negatively impact their businesses.
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Kenyan police use teargas on traders protesting increased import taxes
On August 28, 2026, police in Nairobi used teargas against traders protesting higher import taxes. The protest was in response to the government's decision to increase tax rates, which traders argue will harm their businesses.
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