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Budget Day: Cost of living, public spending top Kenyans' concerns
Kenyans on the ground and on social media have weighed in on issues of rising cost of living, government wastage, and the effectiveness of public spending in the 2026-2027 financial plan.
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Budget Day: Cost of living, public spending top Kenyans' concerns
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