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May 28, 2026
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Ruto proposes tax exemption for Kenyans earning up to Ksh30,000

Ruto proposes tax exemption for Kenyans earning up to Ksh30,000

President William Ruto has announced that the Government is taking a proposal to Parliament to exempt Kenyans earning up to Ksh30,000 from paying income tax...

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President William Ruto has proposed a tax exemption for Kenyans earning up to Ksh30,000 annually, aiming to alleviate economic pressure on low-income earners.

  • The proposed exemption is expected to create a revenue Ksh40 billion gap.
  • The announcement was made by President William Ruto at the National Prayer Breakfast in Nairobi.
  • The President also highlighted efforts to mobilize domestic resources for development and address the impact of global fuel shocks, including plans for a local oil refinery.

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