WATCH: Nationwide protests in Kenya over controversial tax proposals

Protesters running through tear gas in streets of Nairobi ©AP video

The protests halted Nairobi's central business district as riot police used tear gas and water cannons on demonstrators near parliament. Protesters are urging lawmakers to reject the legislation, which includes a 2.75% income levy for national medical insurance and increased taxes on vegetable oil and fuel.

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