World Bank Raises Concerns Over Kenya’s Growing Number of Taxes

Author: kenyans.co.kePublished on: November 4, 2026Country: Kenya

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The World Bank warns that Kenya’s growing number of taxes and levies could increase bribery risks for businesses. It is urging the government to address the concerns promptly as revenue collections continue to fall short of targets. The news tracker also reports that the High Court ordered the heads of the IG, DCI and NIS to produce missing Nairobi lawyer Abshir Ahmedsadak Abdi before it.

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