Title: Broken Promises
Subtitle: The Unraveling of Kenya's Social Contract in the Ruto Era
Subject Classification:  Politics and Government, Human Rights, Global South Studies  
BIC Classification: JP, JPVH, HBJH
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Binding: Hardback, eBook
Planned publication date: Oct 2026
ISBN (Hardback): 978-1-83711-862-5
ISBN (eBook): 978-1-83711-863-2

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Description

In 2022, a new president, William Ruto ,was elected in Kenya on bold promises—affordable housing, universal healthcare, digital transformation, and empowerment for everyday entrepreneurs. But what happens when hope collides with reality?

Less than two years later, Ruto’s administration faced massive public pushback. His proposed Finance Bill 2024, with its controversial taxation measures sparked outrage, particularly amongst younger Kenyans. Through social media, Gen Z activists organized the “Occupy Parliament” movement, encouraging peaceful demonstrations. Peaceful protests, however, quickly escalated and a violent state crackdown ensued leading to the tragic loss of life.

This book explores the unraveling of a social contract, the rise of youth resistance and the political consequences of state repression for Kenya’s democratic trajectory. It is aimed at scholars of democracy and government, human rights activists and organizations, civil society organizations, and international agencies.

Biography

Author(s):  Jeffrey Steeves was a Professor Emeritus at the University of Saskatchewan, Canada. He died in 2026, and this book is published posthumously.

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