Taxation tops list of Kenyans’ concerns as negative national mood deepens
Taxation has emerged as the leading source of public dissatisfaction in Kenya, with a TIFA survey showing rising taxes, healthcare concerns and insecurity are fueling a growing sense of economic hardship...
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A new TIFA survey reveals that taxation is the leading cause of public dissatisfaction in Kenya, contributing to a prevalent sense of economic hardship and pessimism nationwide.
- 74% of Kenyans believe the country is headed in the wrong direction.
- TIFA, a research firm, conducted the survey between May 2 and May 11, 2026.
- Inflation, high prices, and taxation are cited as the country's most pressing challenges by 44% of respondents.
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