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William Ruto defends tax policies as the best way to develop the country

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President William Ruto during the burial of Mukami Kimathi, the widow of Mau Mau freedom fighter Dedan Kimathi at Njabini ,Nyandarua County on May 13, 2023. [Joseph Kipsang, Standard]

President William Ruto defended his policies and the controversial Financial Bill 2023 as the best means for Kenya to rise from the ashes.

Despite the widespread criticism surrounding the Financial Bill 2023, Ruto passionately defended his policies as the catalyst to lift the country from its current state and propel it towards a brighter future.

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