Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has accused President William Ruto of undermining the rule of law in Kenya, favoring force instead of constitutional governance during a recent youth-led protest on July 29, 2024.

• Omtatah criticized the Ruto administration for sidelining the Constitution to benefit political elites.
• The senator emphasized that young Kenyans should register as voters to promote a peaceful, democratic revolution based on constitutional values.
• He proposed a digital platform for tracking election results to enhance transparency and called for the prosecution of public officials inciting violence.

The passage of the 2024/2025 Finance Bill by President William Ruto has led to significant youth-led protests across Kenya, marking a pivotal moment in the nation's socio-political landscape.

• Intense youth-led protests erupted following the controversial tax increase, becoming the most significant demonstrations in decades.
• The protests were a direct reaction to the government's decision to raise taxes despite widespread public opposition.
• This turmoil began with a dispute over taxation and escalated into deeper societal unrest, symbolizing a fracture in national unity.

Members of Parliament in Kenya have criticized human rights groups for what they view as a biased approach to recent protests that resulted in violence and economic disruption. Trans Nzoia MP Lillian Siyoi and Emurua Dikir MP Johana Ng'eno both condemned the actions taken by protesters, urging for peaceful resolutions through legal channels.

• Protests on June 26, 2025 led to significant property damage and economic turmoil.
• MP Lillian Siyoi argued that some rights groups are defending criminals under the guise of protecting human rights.
• The statement from Action for Sustainable Change (AFOSC-Kenya) emphasized the need for professionalism in security operations and called for unity among Kenyans.