Topic: National Treasury PS
Kenyans brace for pricier diapers, sanitary products, fertilisers as new tax bill eyes essential goods
Nov 06, 2024 at 12:00 AM
Kenyans may soon feel a heavier hit on their wallets as the Treasury unveils a bill that could drive up costs on essential items like diapers, sanitary towels, tampons, and fertili...
Kenyan banks commit Sh450 billion to empower local MSMEs over next 3 years
Oct 17, 2024 at 04:59 PM
Kenya’s banking sector, under the Kenya Bankers Association (KBA), has announced a Sh450 billion financial boost to Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) over the ne...
Treasury extends window for importation of duty-free sugar from outside COMESA
May 28, 2024 at 06:59 PM
The National Treasury has announced a two-month extension to the duty-free importation period for white and brown sugar from outside the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Afri...
Kenyans not overtaxed, Treasury PS Chris Kiptoo insists despite public outcry
Feb 21, 2024 at 01:26 PM
National Treasury Permanent Secretary (PS) Chris Kiptoo has sparked debate by refuting the widespread claim of overtaxation in Kenya, citing regional comparisons and underutilized ...
Kenya scrambles for options as deadline looms for crucial Eurobond repayment
Feb 02, 2024 at 11:44 AM
Kenya faces a defining moment for its economy as its inaugural Eurobond, a significant repayment of over Sh300 billion, falls due in June....
Jitters in hospitality industry after Treasury bans hotel training, meetings
Nov 09, 2022 at 10:52 PM
Operators in the country’s hospitality industry are worried a lot after Treasury Principal Secretary Julius Muia’s November 1, 2022 directive....
Treasury PS Julius Muia says current dollar shortage in Kenya is artificial
Jun 08, 2022 at 10:11 AM
The National Treasury PS Julius Muia has said that the current dollar shortage in the market is just but an artificial creation by players in the forex exchange market....