Kenya’s path to fiscal stability after rating downgrade on Gen Z protests

A police officer removes a stone protesters had used to barricade a road in Nairobi CBD on June 27, 2024, in demonstrations over police killings of youth protesting against the Finance Bill 2024.

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The recent downgrade of Kenya’s credit rating by Moody’s from B3 (Highly Speculative) to Caa1 (Substantial Risk) signals a critical juncture for fiscal and economic policies.

This development, triggered by Gen Z protests and concerns over the Finance Bill 2024, underscores the delicate balance between government revenue needs and citizens’ willingness to contribute.

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