Finance Bill 2026: Why Kenya Needs PAYE Relief and Wealth Tax Reform

While citizens eagerly anticipated PAYE relief from the government, its absence in the Finance Bill 2026 has shaken confidence and increased economic strain on families.This expectation stemmed from promises made by National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi and further emphasized by President William Ruto. For many Kenyans, this was more

Finance Bill 2026 Sparks Fresh Gen Z Protest Fears

President William Ruto faces the potential for a new wave of protests from Gen Z in response to the recently introduced Finance Bill 2026. This sweeping tax proposal has drawn criticism for potentially resurrecting the economic hardships that ignited nationwide demonstrations two years ago.The National Assembly Finance Committee, led by