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No money, no merry: Why Kenyans won't celebrate

A section of Migori residents buy books on Christmas eve. They say they'd rather prepare for reopening of schools than celebrate Christmas. [Anne Atieno, Standard]

An opinion poll has painted a disturbing picture of Kenya grappling with economic stress, dampening the spirit of the festive season.

The new nationwide survey by Infotrak Research and Consulting reveals that Kenyans overwhelmingly feel that the country is headed in the wrong direction.

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