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Experts poke holes in Ruto's tax proposals, warn of investor flight

President William Ruto during the ground breaking ceremony of the the LAPFUND Bellevue Park Residence Project in Nairobi. [PCS]

In the face of widespread criticism surrounding the Financial Bill 2023, President William Ruto has taken a firm stance, passionately defending his policies as the catalyst to uplift Kenya from its current state.

Speaking to journalists at State House Nairobi on Sunday, the Head of State shrewdly deflected any criticisms around the performance of his administration. He held that some of his publicly challenged decision such as the establishment of an inflated executive are necessary to ensure his government delivers on its plan.

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