How electoral violence continues to disrupt Kenyan businesses
According to estimates by the Kenya Private Sector Alliance, the Gen Z-led protests against the Finance Bill 2024 resulted in business losses of approximately Sh6 billion within days, reflecting the scale of disruption to trade and commerce. Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today..
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Kenya's businesses continue to suffer significant economic disruption and financial losses due to recurring electoral violence, impacting investor confidence, supply chains, and livelihoods.
- Estimated business losses of Sh6 billion in days during June 2024 protests against the Finance Bill 2024.
- Small traders like Brian Mwende have faced repeated looting and damage to their businesses.
- Historical events like the 2007/08 post-election violence saw GDP growth plummet from 7 percent to 1.5 percent.
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