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The latest economic survey says a lot on Ruto's presidency

Kenya national bureau of statistics outgoing chairman Stephen Wainaina(Left)hand over report to the incoming chairman Dr.Daniel Amanja(Right)on 18th March 2025 at Real Towers in Nairobi. [Edward Kiplimo,Standard]

The latest economic survey released by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics has some sobering figures.

In 2024 economic growth declined from 5.7 per cent in 2023 to 4.7 percent last year. The one percentage point decline is often associated with election years, perhaps a reflection of the heightened political tension in the country.

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