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April 22, 2026
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MPs Question Ksh5,000 Levy Targetting Small Businesses and Matatus

MPs Question Ksh5,000 Levy Targetting Small Businesses and Matatus

The new law seeks to compel small businesses to pay the Ksh5,000 annual fee for the use of the creative work, which will then be remitted to the creators for the use of their works...

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Members of Parliament are questioning new music and audio-visual tariffs proposed for 2026-2028, raising concerns about potential legal challenges and the financial burden on businesses and public institutions.

  • Proposed annual fees include Ksh5,000 for small businesses, Ksh100,000 for MPs, and Ksh500,000 for presidential candidates using music for campaigns.
  • The Ministry of Sports, defended by Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya, claims the tariffs are royalties for artists, not government revenue, aimed at strengthening the creative economy.
  • Parliament's Committee on Delegated Legislation warned that the regulations might violate the Copyright Act, 2001 and constitutional requirements for public participation, directing the Ministry to revise the proposal.

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