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As political tensions rise, leaders allied to President William Ruto have defended government empowerment programs against opposition criticism. They insist the initiatives are part of the Kenya Kwanza development agenda, not a misuse of public funds. Treasury CS John Mbadi also dismissed claims that state money is being used to fund the events.
RUTO ALLIES DEFEND GOVERNMENT EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMS
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