Parliament Explains Alleged Annual Land Charges in 2026 Finance Bill

As the final hours of public participation on the Bill approach, Kenyans have intensified the circulation of information and online debate over the proposed measures...

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The National Assembly has vehemently denied reports circulating online claiming the Finance Bill 2026 introduces an annual land rent for freehold land.

The National Assembly stated that the Finance Bill 2026 contains 57 clauses, none of which pertain to land matters.
This clarification was issued by the National Assembly on Monday, May 25.
Parliament also refuted claims that President William Ruto had signed any new law imposing annual land rent on freehold properties.

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