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Dream seller: Youths in Nairobi protest on the anniversary of the demonstrations of 2024 in which 60 young people were killed. An increase in income tax, inflation, a higher fuel price and other costs were delivered instead of the jobs and improved lives that President William Ruto promised when he was elected. (Jared Nyataya /Nation)
BONIFACE MWANGI

 Kenya: A president under siege

The president has turned to football to regain the trust of young people as he faces discontent over taxes and unfulfilled promises ahead of the 2027 election

  • Jim Onyango
8 min read