The Kenyan government’s plan to include a 16% Value Added Tax (VAT) on bread in the Finance Bill 2024 has faced strong criticism from the public. While the National Treasury claims the tax is a health measure to address rising diabetes, many Kenyans question its logic and potential negative impacts.<\/p>\n
Public outcry and lack of evidence<\/strong><\/p>\n Molo MP Kuria Kimani, Chair of the National Assembly’s Finance Committee, acknowledged the public’s concerns. Kenyans argue that bread is a staple food, not a luxury, and taxing it would create a burden on their daily lives. Additionally, Kimani revealed the National Treasury offered no specific study linking bread consumption to diabetes, raising doubts about the tax’s justification.<\/p>\n Read also;<\/p>\n Kate Actress Refutes Claims Of Leaving Husband After Getting Rich<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n