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May 11, 2026
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CS Mbadi Explains Tax Cuts for Salaried Kenyans Earning Below Ksh50,000

CS Mbadi Explains Tax Cuts for Salaried Kenyans Earning Below Ksh50,000

Mbadi was forced to clarify the matter following public criticism after PAYE relief measures were omitted from the Finance Bill 2026, despite earlier expectations...

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The Kenyan government is still considering increasing the tax-free Pay-as-You-Earn (PAYE) income threshold to Ksh 30,000, according to Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi.

  • The proposal aims to raise the tax-free threshold from the current Ksh 24,000.
  • Key figure: Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi confirmed the proposal is under consideration.
  • The decision is expected before June 30 and ahead of the Finance Bill 2026 passage, with projections indicating a potential revenue loss of Ksh 35 billion annually.

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