Ruto speech inspires hope but Kenyans say life is tough

President William Ruto delivers the State of the Nation Address at Parliament Buildings on November 21, 2024.

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The timing for President William Ruto’s State of the Nation Address last Thursday was perfect, at least when it comes to macroeconomic indicators.

Inflation at 17-year low on lower food and fuel prices, economy expanded by 4.6 percent in second quarter and the volatile forex market has calmed, with shilling trading at Sh129.20 against the dollar compared to Sh170 in February 2023.

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