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Kenya car importers warn State over Sh200,000 import penalties

Second hand cars at shipping yard in Japan. Photo: Courtesy

MOMBASA: Importers of used cars have appealed to the national government to review penalties on car imports imposed during the reading of Budget warning that when implemented they will hurt several sectors of the economy and reduce revenue collection in Kenya.

Car Importers Association of Kenya (CIAK) observed that the imposition of Sh150,000 on imported cars of below three years old and Sh200,000 for imported cars aged above three years would cripple businesses.

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