State: The master collector but accountability rookie

Taxpayers finance the entire machinery of the State, yet they do not enjoy anything close to equivalent information rights...

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The Kenyan government excels at collecting revenue but struggles with accountability, according to a recent report. Despite being a major revenue collector, the state faces challenges in ensuring transparency and proper management of public funds.

Estimated Ksh 1.8 billion in uncollected revenue annually.
Highlighted by the Auditor-General's report.
Focus on improving accountability mechanisms within government operations.

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