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Season of baits: Inside Ruto tokenism plot targeting payslip holders

President William Ruto addresses Malindi residents on February 5, 2026. [PCS]

Are empowerment forums such as the ongoing Nyota Yangu, and others like the now nearly forgotten Hustler Fund, genuine initiatives to uplift Kenyans, or are they simply campaign platforms for the 2027 presidential election?

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