South Africa’s EFF Party Drums Support For Kenyans Opposing The Dreaded Finance Bill
Julius Malema’s Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) party has called on Kenyans to oppose the Finance Bill 2024.
In a press statement issued on June 24, the EFF stated that it is firmly committed to economic freedom and the establishment of robust social welfare safety nets.
“We stand in solidarity with the people of Kenya who are bravely protesting against the exploitative legislation that seeks to impose severe tax,” it said.
The EFF said the protests are a clear indication that Kenyans are rejecting policies that exacerbate their suffering and demanding a government that prioritizes their well-being.
It expresses concern about the violent crackdown on peaceful demonstrators.
The EFF’s Statement on the Protests in Kenya
— Economic Freedom Fighters (@EFFSouthAfrica) June 24, 2024
-We commend the bravery of the Kenyan protesters and stand with them in their peaceful protest against the recommendation of the World Bank and IMF to the Kenyan Government to impose exploitative legislation that seeks to impose… pic.twitter.com/yZiypcILUw
“The use of tear gas, water cannons and rubber bullets against citizens exercising their right to protest is unacceptable,” it said.
The EFF also urged the government to stand down the police and respect the people’s right to peaceful assembly.
It demanded that the arrested be released immediately.
The EFF claimed that the Finance Bill is the result of outside forces’ recommendations, a situation that many developing countries face.
“The Bill, which aims to collect $2.7 billion in additional taxes, will undoubtedly raise the cost of living and production, further burdening the people of Kenya, who like us are already living under dire economic conditions,” the statement read.
South Africa’s EFF Party Drums Support For Kenyans Opposing The Dreaded Finance Bill
