The main cause of the Gen Z protests in the country was the public opposition to the proposed Finance Bill 2024.
The Bill included new taxes that many young people felt would worsen the high cost of living.
Gen Z protesters used social media to mobilise and express their frustration with economic hardship and lack of opportunities.
Many also demanded accountability and transparency from government institutions.
The protests quickly spread across major towns and cities, drawing national and international attention.
Their scale and organisation marked a new chapter in youth-led activism in Kenya.
