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William Ruto hit by perfect economic storm

The sprawling Gikomba Market in Nairobi. Consumers are spending less due to rising prices and declining incomes. [Edward Kiplimo, Standard]

Kenya is facing a perfect storm of economic challenges. The country’s economy is slowing down, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is struggling to meet its revenue targets, and the private sector is freezing hiring and cutting jobs.

The economy’s...