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April 30, 2026
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Kenya's growth masks poor pay, rising taxes and falling incomes

Kenya's growth masks poor pay, rising taxes and falling incomes

Workers in the agriculture, forestry and fishing sector, which contributes the lion’s share to the country’s GDP are struggling to afford the same food items they produce and process.  ..

✨ Key Highlights

Despite Kenya's economic growth, many citizens are experiencing poor pay, rising taxes, and falling incomes, leaving them struggling to make ends meet.

  • Workers in the agriculture, forestry and fishing sector, contributing 23 per cent to GDP, cannot afford the food they produce.
  • This situation is exacerbated by a heavy tax burden affecting the general populace.
  • The article highlights the disconnect between national economic indicators and the lived financial realities of ordinary Kenyans.

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