CS Mbadi on the Spot Over Alleged U-Turn on Workers’ PAYE Reduction
Despite widespread concerns over the glaring omission, the Treasury Cabinet Secretary is yet to respond to the matter, even as pressure continues to pile...
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Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi is facing criticism for omitting proposed Pay As You Earn (PAYE) relief for low-income earners from the Finance Bill 2026, despite earlier assurances.
- The proposed elimination of PAYE for Kenyans earning below Ksh30,000 monthly, previously announced by CS Mbadi, is notably absent.
- Former Law Society of Kenya President Faith Odhiambo is leading the criticism, calling the omission a "minor omission" and demanding an explanation.
- Odhiambo also opposed other proposals, including increasing residential rental income tax to 10% and a 25% excise duty on mobile phones.
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