The economic situation in Kenya is dire, with recent tax increases causing take-home pay for salaried workers to drop by 9%. President William Ruto’s administration has raised payroll taxes, excise taxes, and fees to address the country’s staggering $80 billion debt, significantly impacting low-income earners while failing to provide essential services. Public discontent is growing as corruption and mismanagement persist, leading to skepticism about the government’s ability to repay debts or deliver on promises of affordable housing and healthcare.
