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Originally published by The Standard BusinessFebruary 9, 2026
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Drop in the ocean: Why analysts have issues with Ruto's tax cuts

President Ruto’s government proposal to cut income tax for low-income earners is being dismissed by analysts as a politically driven gesture that provides minimal relief to workers...
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President William Ruto's proposed income tax cuts for low-income earners are being criticized by analysts as a politically motivated gesture offering minimal relief. They argue that the cuts do little to alleviate the burden of multiple mandatory deductions and the ongoing cost-of-living crisis faced by Kenyans.
- The tax cuts are aimed at low-income earners.
- The proposal comes from President William Ruto's government.
- Analysts dismiss the cuts as a politically driven gesture providing minimal relief.
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