President Ruto Defends Economy Amidst Criticism and a Reported KSh 12.5 Trillion Public Debt - November 2025
President William Ruto stated that his government has strengthened the nation's economy and is on the right path, dismissing critics as "irresponsible." However, this view is contrasted by a Mombasa resident who stated that the economy has been stagnant since President Ruto came to power. Concurrently, Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro raised an alarm that the nation's public debt has jumped to KSh 12.5 trillion. These discussions are part of a wider assessment by Kenyans on the impact of the president's bottom-up economic model on ordinary citizens.
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Ruto fires at ‘irresponsible critics’, insists Kenya’s economy is on the right path
President William Ruto has strongly defended Kenya's economic direction, dismissing critics as "irresponsible" and asserting that the country is on the right track. His comments emphasize his administration's confidence despite public concerns.
The economy has been stagnating since Ruto came to power, Mombasa resident says
A Mombasa resident expressed concerns over the country's economic state, stating it has been stagnant since President Ruto assumed power. This sentiment was shared live on KTN News Kenya, a prominent news and entertainment channel.