Why public anger against Ruto is boiling

Three in four Kenyans believe the country is headed in the wrong direction..
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A recent TIFA Research poll reveals widespread public discontent in Kenya, with a significant majority believing the country is on the wrong track.
- 75% of Kenyans feel the nation is headed in the wrong direction, a high not seen in over three years.
- Public anger is largely directed at President Ruto and his administration.
- The dissatisfaction is attributed to factors including high inflation and stagnant wages.
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TIFA Poll Shows Three in Four Kenyans Believing Country Heading Wrong Direction - September 2026
A recent TIFA Research poll reveals significant public discontent in Kenya, with three in four Kenyans believing the country is heading in the wrong direction. The poll indicates widespread public anger driven by high inflation and struggling wages under President Ruto's administration. A majority of Kenyans feel their lives have become harder during Ruto's rule. This comes as public anger continues to boil over various economic issues affecting ordinary citizens.
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