Gachagua launches fresh attacks against gov't threatening a tax boycott campaign - June 2026

Kenya's Deputy President Gachagua has launched strong criticism against the government, hinting at a potential tax boycott campaign. This comes as matatu operators across the nation are holding a strike protesting escalating fuel prices. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has accused Gachagua, the former Deputy President, of fanning ethnic divisions for political advantage ahead of 2027. Meanwhile, Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro issued an apology to Kenyans for his absence during the critical vote on the Finance Bill 2026, while also denying accusations of being a puppet of President Ruto.