187 MPs Skip Finance Bill Vote; Ruto Warns on Protests

A significant number of 187 Kenyan MPs were conspicuously absent from a crucial vote on the Finance Bill, despite being vocal in the preceding debate. President William Ruto issued a stern warning against anticipated protests planned for June 25, signaling a potential confrontation with opposition leaders and families commemorating the second anniversary of the Gen Z protests. Safina Party leader Jimi Wanjigi announced his intention to run for president independently, stating that coalition politics will not defeat President William Ruto in the 2027 general election.