Kenya Faces Fiscal Dilemma as Ruto Opts for Borrowing Over Tax Hikes
In the wake of rejected tax increases and violent protests, Kenyan President William Ruto has announced plans to borrow heavily to address the country’s growing […]
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Kenyan President Backs Down on Controversial Tax Bill Amid Deadly Protests
In a dramatic turn of events, Kenya’s President William Ruto has announced the withdrawal of a contentious finance bill following widespread and violent protests that […]
Chaos Erupts in Kenya as Tax Protests Turn Violent
Kenya witnessed a day of unprecedented turmoil as anti-tax protesters stormed the parliament, setting part of the building ablaze and forcing lawmakers to flee. The […]
Ruto Extends Olive Branch as Kenyan Youth Protest Tax Hikes
Amid rising tensions in Kenya, President William Ruto has signaled a willingness to engage with young protesters opposing recent tax increases. The demonstrations, which began […]
AfDB Rallies African Leaders on Global Finance Reform
At the African Development Bank’s 2024 Annual Meetings in Nairobi, Kenya, the institution showcased its role as a “Solutions Bank” driving Africa’s transformation agenda through […]
Kenyan Leader Ruto Overrides Local Prohibition on Potent Muguka Stimulant
Kenyan President William Ruto has overturned a recent ban on muguka, a potent and addictive variety of the stimulant khat or miraa plant. The consumption […]
Kenya’s President Claims Private Flight Cost Less Than National Carrier
Kenyan President William Ruto faced backlash after claiming the private jet used for his recent U.S. trip was cheaper than flying on the national carrier, […]
Kenyan President Ruto Visits US Amid Progress on Haiti Police Deployment
Kenyan President William Ruto is visiting the United States this week, amid efforts to deepen economic and security cooperation between the two nations and finalize […]
Bitter Opposition: Kenya Considers Sending Police to Quell Gang Violence in Haiti
Kenya’s initiative to lead a UN-backed mission in Haiti faces backlash domestically amid escalating violence in Haiti. President William Ruto’s proposal to deploy 1,000 police […]
Kenya: President Ruto Enacts Legislation for Affordable Housing
Kenya’s President William Ruto has endorsed a contentious bill into law, allowing the government to persist in collecting a 1.5% housing levy from employees’ monthly […]