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Traders in Nairobi, Kenya, are protesting significant increases in import duties, which they claim will negatively impact small businesses. Hundreds of businesses reportedly closed in central Nairobi as a result of the demonstrations. The protests led to clashes with law enforcement, with police deploying tear gas to disperse the crowds. These actions highlight the frustration among traders regarding the rising cost of doing business due to the new tax policies. The demonstrations brought parts of the capital city to a standstill, underscoring the economic concerns and the immediate impact of government fiscal decisions on the trading community.