COFEK faults Parliament’s rush to pass Finance Bill 2026
The Consumers Federation of Kenya (COFEK) has protested what it describes as the hurried passage of the Finance Bill, 2026, accusing Parliament of advancing far-reaching tax proposals without sufficient regard for consumer protection, privacy rights, public participation and fair..
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The Consumers Federation of Kenya (COFEK) has lodged a complaint with the High Court against Parliament's rapid approval of the Finance Bill 2026.
- COFEK accuses Parliament of disregarding consumer rights and public participation in enacting sweeping tax changes.
- Key concerns include proposed taxes on digital payments, virtual assets, and scrap metal, alongside the removal of VAT exemptions on essential goods.
- The federation argues these measures will increase costs for consumers and small businesses, potentially impacting privacy rights.
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