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“More to be Done” From Kenyan Government to Buoy Economy – Cytonn Investments

Kenya has so far managed to limit the spread of COVID-19, with just 184 cases and 7 deaths reported as of 10 April 2020, and the government has responded with fiscal and monetary measures to buoy the economy. According to Cytonn Investments, the government’s actions need to go further but the government remains constrained by its fiscal deficit.

By Bonds & Loans

Apr 16, 2020 // 1:30PM

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