Kenyan Appeals Court Upholds President’s Unpopular Housing Levy

The Kenyan appeals court has decided to uphold President William Ruto's controversial housing levy, which aims to fund a program to build 200,000 affordable homes per year. Despite widespread public discontent, the court ruled that the levy is constitutional and necessary for the ambitious housing initiative. This decision is significant as it could shape Ruto’s economic policies and housing strategy, despite the levy's unpopularity among many Kenyans.