Sifuna Takes Aim at Ruto Over KSh567,000 in Monthly Deductions

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has intensified his criticism of President William Ruto’s administration, questioning how the government handles money collected from Kenyans through taxes and statutory deductions.

Sifuna cited his own monthly deductions, claiming he pays KSh24,000 towards the housing levy, KSh43,000 to the Social Health Authority (SHA) and KSh500,000 in Pay As You Earn (PAYE) taxes.

The figures amount to KSh567,000 in monthly deductions, which the senator used to highlight what he views as concerns over the management of public funds.

Sifuna accused the government of treating money collected through taxes and statutory contributions as though it were personal revenue, alleging that it was being spent on frivolous activities rather than addressing the needs of ordinary Kenyans.

His remarks add to the growing criticism of the Ruto administration over taxation, the cost of living and the use of public resources.

The housing levy and SHA contributions have remained key issues in public debate, particularly as Kenyans weigh the financial burden of statutory deductions against the benefits they receive from government programmes.

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