Lavish donations dominate rallies despite growing concerns over Kenya's economic struggles. Critics warn booming handout culture risks entrenching corruption beyond the 2027 polls.
Raucous crowds, long queues of elderly women and young people jostling for a share of politicians’ cash handouts, and bundles of millions of shillings that most Kenyans can only dream of have become a familiar sight as politicians, led by President William Ruto and his allies, roll out lavish empowerment drives ahead of next year's General Election.
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Lavish donations dominate rallies despite growing concerns over Kenya's economic struggles. Critics warn booming handout culture…
Politicians are openly asking thousands of Kenyans attending their meetings to line up and receive handouts ranging from Sh200 to…
Politicians are openly asking thousands of Kenyans attending their meetings to line up and receive handouts ranging from Sh200 to…
Expanded funding for village elders and cash transfer programmes in the 2026 Finance Bill has sparked debate.
Expanded funding for village elders and cash transfer programmes in the 2026 Finance Bill has sparked debate.
Rising State House and executive budgets ahead of elections spark debate over spending priorities, political influence, and…
