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April 16, 2026
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Govt proposes 8pc fuel VAT cut for three months

Govt proposes 8pc fuel VAT cut for three months

The Bill, currently at the First Reading stage, will undergo parliamentary scrutiny and public participation before it can be enacted into law. Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..

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The Kenyan government has proposed a reduction in Value Added Tax (VAT) on petroleum products, aiming to alleviate consumer costs.

  • A proposed cut of VAT on fuel from 16 percent to 8 percent for a period of three months.
  • The proposal comes from the Kenyan government, introduced via the Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026 in Parliament.
  • This move aims to cushion consumers against rising fuel costs, following recent adjustments by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA).

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