MPs reject Treasury plan to slap 25pc tax on mobile phones - Business Daily

Kenyan lawmakers rejected the National Treasury's proposal to raise excise duty on mobile phones from 10% to 25% and shift the tax payment point from importation to activation, citing concerns over affordability, tax administration, and digital inclusion. The Finance Committee recommended deleting the proposal, arguing it would create compliance challenges and delay revenue collection. Stakeholders argued the higher tax could undermine digital inclusion and increase the cost of accessing communication and digital services.