 But a section of the opposition and Kenyans online have criticized the appointments, saying they do not address key political and economic reforms demanded by Kenyans. More than 50 people have died since mid-June when protests erupted over a proposed tax hike bill, which have now transformed into countrywide demands for the president's resignation. Ruto, a key U.S. ally, has accused America's Ford Foundation of funding the protests in Kenya. The organization has dismissed allegations. For NPR News, I'm Emmanuel Igunza in Nairobi.