Kenyan President William Ruto has intervened by instructing the National Treasury to conduct a thorough review of the planned annual salary increment for state employees.
This increment, originally slated to begin this month, is now under scrutiny as part of efforts to ensure fiscal prudence and possibly address any economic or budgetary concerns facing the nation.
Ruto’s directive reflects a strategic move to carefully assess the financial implications and appropriateness of the salary adjustment before implementation.
The decision comes amidst extensive protests in the East African nation, where citizens are expressing discontent over perceived excessive public spending, corruption, and increased taxation. Over the past two weeks, these protests have turned violent, resulting in the deaths of at least 39 individuals.
The unrest intensified as demonstrators forcibly entered parliament following the passage of new legislation aimed at raising additional revenue. This escalation underscores deep-seated public frustration and highlights ongoing socio-economic challenges within the country.
