Kenyan President William Ruto on Wednesday said he would withdraw planned tax rises, bowing to pressure after deadly demonstations saw protesters storming parliament and threatening more action this week. Issued on: 26/06/2024 – 16:05 3 min “I concede and therefore I will not sign the 2024 finance bill and it shall subsequently be withdrawn,” Ruto told a press briefing, adding: “The people have spoken.”The government plan to raise taxes to pay off Kenya’s spiralling national debt sparked protests that turned violent on Tuesday. The state-funded Kenya National Commission on Human Rights said it had recorded 22 deaths and 300 injured…
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A cluttered living room can make even the most stylish space feel chaotic and overwhelming. As the heart of your home, it’s crucial to keep this area organized without compromising on aesthetics. The solution? Hidden storage that maintains a chic appearance while providing ample space for all your essentials. This blog will explore various innovative and elegant storage ideas that blend seamlessly into your living room, ensuring it stays tidy and inviting.The Appeal of Hidden StorageHidden storage is the key to a clean and sophisticated living room. Not only does it keep your belongings out of sight, but it also…
Issued on: 26/06/2024 – 23:03 Kenya’s President William Ruto has announced that the government’s controversial tax bill will be withdrawn. It comes after at least 22 people were killed in protests against the bill on Tuesday, according to Kenya’s Human Rights Commission. The organisation has said that the death toll is likely to rise as more information becomes available. Also, the United Nations peacekeeping mission in DR Congo, known as MONUSCO, has ended its presence in South Kivu province, handing over bases to the authorities. The east of the country, where the peacekeepers are deployed, is still mired in conflict, but…
Book Review of Ask The Wide WorldSponsored* | All opinions are our ownThe Children’s Book Review Written by Dana Griffin Illustrated by Alejandro Echavez Ages 5-8 | 36 Pages Publisher: Mascot Books (2024) | ISBN-13: 9781637557457 What to Expect: Curiosity, problem-solving, knowledge, discovery, and sensory exploration. In this beautifully written picture book about discovery and knowledge, readers will learn about active learning through a gentle, relatable story. Once upon a time, there was a little girl who had questions about everything. She asked questions like “Why do birds sing in the morning and not at night? Why does toast turn brown?…
Happening at the Adelaide Showground from 25 to 28 July, the Let’s Go SA Caravan, Camping & Off Road Sale is your destination to snap up deals on caravan, camping, and 4WD gear. Discover the latest caravans, motorhomes, camping supplies, accessories, and off-road essentials at incredible discounts. This family friendly event is the perfect opportunity to kickstart your summer travel planning with exclusive deals, the best products, and expert advice—all in one place for your convenience. Connect, learn, discover and experience with a range of activities, including an entertainment stage, towing education sessions, live entertainment, a kid’s zone and trail,…
Police fired rubber bullets and tear gas at protesters Thursday in Nairobi where groups of demonstrators rallied despite President William Ruto’s decision on Wednesday to withdraw a controversial finance bill. Aimed at raising taxes to help relieve the country’s debt burdens, the bill sparked mass protests which saw police open fire on demonstrators, killing more than 20 people. Issued on: 27/06/2024 – 09:15Modified: 27/06/2024 – 13:32 3 min Kenyan police fired rubber bullets and tear gas at demonstrators in Nairobi on Thursday, as protesters returned to the streets despite President William Ruto scrapping contentious tax hikes after deadly clashes.The protests…
Issued on: 27/06/2024 – 13:26 06:07 To display this content from , you must enable advertisement tracking and audience measurement. Accept Manage my choices FOCUS © FRANCE 24 Earlier this year, Sierra Leone declared a national emergency on substance abuse, amid rising numbers of people addicted to a synthetic drug called kush. Sold for as little as 20 cents per hit, kush is wreaking havoc among young people. The drug, which is made from a mixture of cannabis and other psychoactive substances like fentanyl and tramadol, can lead to serious mental illness and death. Our regional correspondents report. Read more…
Back to homepage / Shows / Across Africa Issued on: 27/06/2024 – 16:48 13:04 To display this content from , you must enable advertisement tracking and audience measurement. Accept Manage my choices ACROSS AFRICA © FRANCE 24 In an interview with FRANCE 24 in Geneva, the head of the World Trade Organization, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, speaks to Georja Calvin-Smith about her take on the vital components of Africa’s trade and development roadmap. Read more on related topics:
Issued on: 28/06/2024 – 00:06 In Kenya, police clash with protesters who continue to gather, a day after President William Ruto withdrew his unpopular tax bill. Two people are killed in the latest unrest. Also, the judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague convict Malian jihadist leader Al-Hassan Ag Abdoul Aziz of war crimes and crimes against humanity.Finally, Mauritania goes to the polls this weekend, with concerns about the country’s official language among the issues.
Matching FurnitureThe first thing that we’re going to look at is having matching furniture. If you were creating a living room in your home, or a kitchen or any room for that matter, you would ensure that you had matching furniture, right? Of course you would because you want things to look their best. Well, the same needs to be said for your holiday house if you want it to feel like a home. You need to put effort into finding pieces of furniture that compliment each other, that are comfortable, and that give off a cozy vibe.Accessible KitchenYou might…