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June 9, 2026
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Mombasa residents fault Finance Bill public hearings as 'mere formality'

Mombasa residents fault Finance Bill public hearings as 'mere formality'

Residents say many participants lacked sufficient information to understand the proposals...

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Mombasa residents have expressed frustration and criticism regarding the public participation forums for the proposed Finance Bill, 2026, deeming them a 'mere formality'.

  • Residents questioned the tax measures and accused leaders of not genuinely considering public input.
  • Key concerns included the lack of adequate explanation of proposals and calls for curbing extravagant government expenditure.
  • The forum was convened by the National Assembly's Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning, led by committee chairperson Molo MP Kimani Kuria.
  • Participants cited insufficient sensitisation and limited debate time as major drawbacks to the process.

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