Jul 16 (Jowhar.com) – Kenyan President William Ruto has accused the non-governmental organization Ford Foundation based in the United States of funding the recent protests by the country’s youth.
“I want to ask the people of the Ford Foundation, the donations they give to finance the chaos, what is the benefit? said Ruto while participating in a “peace rally” in the center of Nakuru County.
The youth protesters were demanding that the 2024 budget not be implemented, which they said included huge tax increases. The president refused to sign the bill and dissolved the cabinet.
The atmosphere in Nakuru County was tense as the people awaited the president’s next move. Rumors swirled about possible protests and clashes with the police. The youth were determined to make their voices heard and were prepared to take to the streets if necessary.
As the day wore on, more and more people gathered in the central square, chanting slogans and waving placards. The tension in the air was palpable, and it seemed like a storm was brewing.
Finally, news came that the president had agreed to meet with the protesters to discuss their demands. The people of Nakuru County held their breath, hoping for a resolution that would bring peace and stability to their community.
The meeting between the president and the protesters was tense, but ultimately a compromise was reached. The tax increases in the 2024 budget were reduced, and the people of Nakuru County felt like their voices had been heard.
As the sun set on the peaceful rally, Ruto addressed the crowd once more, thanking them for their determination and unity. The people of Nakuru County had shown that they would not back down in the face of injustice, and they had emerged victorious. Peace had been restored, and the future looked brighter than ever before.
