Auma Obama, the sister of former US President Barack Obama, found herself caught in the crossfire on Tuesday as police clashed with anti-finance bill protesters in Nairobi. The incident occurred during a live interview with CNN’s Larry Madowo, where Auma was teargassed by police.

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Auma had joined thousands of Kenyans who took to the streets of Nairobi to voice their opposition to the Finance Bill of 2024 being considered by MPs. As the protest intensified, Auma found herself engulfed in tear gas smoke, requiring assistance from fellow demonstrators to escape the choking fumes.

“I am here because of what is happening; young Kenyans are protesting for their rights. They are demonstrating with placards and banners,” Auma expressed, clearly affected by the teargas and struggling to speak amid the coughing.

Auma Obama, a sociologist, community activist, and Kenyan writer, leads a non-profit organization that aids orphans and supports young Kenyan individuals facing financial hardships. Born in Nairobi, Kenya, in 1960, she is the daughter of Barack Obama Sr. and his first wife, Kezia. Auma’s educational journey included studying at Germany’s Heidelberg University and earning a Doctor of Philosophy degree from the University of Bayreuth. Additionally, she honed her skills at the German Film and Television Academy in Berlin.

The events in Nairobi highlight the mounting tensions surrounding the Finance Bill of 2024 and the strong public reaction against it.

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As protests continue and the Finance Bill remains under scrutiny, it becomes increasingly evident that this issue strikes a deep chord within Kenyan society.

The developments in Nairobi will undoubtedly draw attention to the ongoing battle over the Finance Bill and the growing divide within Kenyan society.

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