Jillian Kestler-D'Amours

Jillian Kestler-D'Amours is a journalist at Al Jazeera, covering global news with a focus on political events and social issues. She has reported extensively on protests and government actions in various countries, providing in-depth analysis of the factors driving these events and their impact on societies. Her work often highlights the voices of those affected by political decisions, shedding light on the human side of these stories. Kestler-D'Amours also covers climate change, international relations, and US politics. Prior to joining Al Jazeera, she worked for several other news outlets as a reporter and editor.

Biography:  https://www.aljazeera.com/author/jillian_kestler_d_amours_201382813036352214/

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The Daily's Verdict

This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

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Conflicts of Interest

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Contradictions

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  • 13 people were killed during the Kenya tax protests on June 25, 2024.
  • At least five people were shot dead and around 31 injured during protests in Nairobi, Kenya.

Deceptions

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Recent Articles

Violent Protests Erupt in Kenya Over Controversial Tax Bill: At Least Five Killed, Auma Obama Among Protesters

Violent Protests Erupt in Kenya Over Controversial Tax Bill: At Least Five Killed, Auma Obama Among Protesters

Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 On June 25, 2024, violent protests erupted in Kenya after politicians passed a controversial tax bill. At least five people were killed and over 30 injured during clashes in Nairobi. Protesters stormed parliament and set it ablaze. President William Ruto blamed 'organized criminals' for the unrest, part of nationwide protests against proposed tax hikes. Auma Obama, Barack Obama's half-sister, was among protesters teargassed by police. The violence marked a significant escalation in tensions over economic policies in Kenya, where rising costs and unemployment fueled outrage.