Mombasa Protest: Thousands March Against Controversial Finance Bill

Mombasa Protest Erupts Over Controversial Finance Bill A large-scale protest took place in Mombasa, Kenya, on June 7, 2025, targeting the recently introduced 2024 Finance Bill. Thousands of people gathered to voice their opposition to the bill's provisions, which include significant tax increases on various goods and services. The protest, which saw participants risk arrest, highlights growing public frustration with the government's economic policies. "This Finance Bill is worse than last year's! We must bring it down!" shouted one protester, echoing the sentiments of the crowd. The video shows a sea of faces, a testament to the widespread discontent. The voiceover in the video explains that the protestors are particularly concerned about the increased taxes on medicine and other essential goods. The protest underscores the need for the government to engage in open dialogue with its citizens and to address their concerns about the economic impact of the Finance Bill. The peaceful nature of the protest, despite the risks involved, is a testament to the Kenyan people's commitment to democratic expression.