Ruto’s promise on unga prices sees Ksh 40-60 drop, consumers demand further cuts

One of President William Ruto’s promises when he took office in 2022 was to reduce the cost of maize flour, a staple for millions, to cushion struggling families. But a year into office, in 2023, unga prices had hit the roof. Anger among Kenyans was palpable, and the president assured that he would bring prices down.