Kenya’s President, William Ruto, has ordered a review of plans to raise the salaries of members of the cabinet and parliament following a public outcry.

It comes a week after mass protests forced President Ruto to drop a controversial finance bill that had included tax hikes.

The pay increase of between 2% and 5% for all state officials, covering judges as well, was recommended by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

Meanwhile, several lawmakers have called for parliament to reject the pay increase.

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