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Gachagua Blasts Ruto's Administration, Warns of Economic Decline

7/21/2025

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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua took a bold stance at a Boston diaspora event on July 20, 2025, condemning President William Ruto's administration. He argued that political hostility towards the Mount Kenya community has led to a troubling economic decline, warning that their dwindling tax contributions and investments could jeopardize the nation's financial future. Gachagua underscored the community's crucial role in driving Kenya's economic prosperity.

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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua took a bold stance at a Boston diaspora event on July 20, 2025, condemning President William Ruto's administration. He argued that political hostility towards the Mount Kenya community has led to a troubling economic decline, warning that their dwindling tax contributions and investments could jeopardize the nation's financial future. Gachagua underscored the community's crucial role in driving Kenya's economic prosperity.