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Mr President, change tack or unpleasant 2027 awaits

President William Ruto. [PCS]

Public memory is short, and its expectations unrealistic. Yet, the State cannot wish this away.

Fact, Kenya is in a difficult economic place. Fact, the public expects the government to fix the economy without heavy taxation, or borrowing. Fact, this is not realistic. Fact, the messy challenge began way before the present government came to power.

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