Little investment in beer sector linked to tax uncertainty
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 11 - Unpredictable taxes and policies have been cited as key inhibitors to investment in Kenya’s beer industry. EABL Group Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
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Unpredictable taxes and policies are hindering investment in Kenya’s beer industry, according to industry leaders. This uncertainty makes it difficult for investors to forecast returns on significant capital outlays.
- The last major investment by EABL in Kenya was Sh13 billion in 2017 for the Kisumu Brewery.
- Eric Kiniti, Group Corporate Relations Director at EABL, highlighted the need for stable and predictable tax policies.
- Unlike Tanzania where tax increases occur every three years, Kenya lacks a coherent and predictable tax framework, making long-term planning challenging.
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