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Not buying it: The trade restrictions, framed publicly as economic protectionism for Kenyan small-scale traders, has triggered diplomatic friction in the East African Community. Photo: Photo meaduva / Flikr
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Ruto's election gamble turns toxic in Kenya

Facing intense political pressure ahead of the general election, President William Ruto's restriction on foreign small-scale traders has triggered EAC diplomatic tensions,…

  • Oliver-Twist Amani
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