News
Manufacturers call for stronger LPG regulation over illegal refilling
The concerns come as demand for LPG continues to grow in Kenya, driven partly by efforts to promote cleaner cooking
Kenya Association of Manufacturers
Business
Banks shift more cash to Government as businesses struggle for credit
The Kenya Bankers Association (KBA), which led a session on domestic borrowing, credit and financial sector stability, said the increase in government borrowing was changing how banks allocate their funds.
Business
Phones to remain expensive as treasury retains 25% import duty
With the latest position, the total tax burden on imported mobile phones is expected to ease only slightly, dropping to about 50 per cent from the current 54.5 per cent, rather than the sharp reduction that had...
Business
Tobacco amendment proposals could fuel illicit trade, KNCCI warns
In its submissions to the Senate, KNCCI said that while it supports efforts aimed at protecting minors from tobacco and nicotine products, some of the proposed measures risk being too strict and could negativel...
News
KAM sounds alarm over lax wastewater policies threatening Kenya’s climate goals
The report, developed in partnership with the Kenya Water Institute and the Confederation of Danish Industry, identifies a range of challenges holding back progress.
Health and Wellness
Medicine prices set to rise in July due to new tax policy
The proposed legislation aims to alter the VAT classification of raw materials and inputs used in the production of pharmaceuticals, shifting them from a "zero-rated" to an "exempt" status.