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Vehicle sales will remain low till mid-2017, industry boss forecasts

Isuzu Trucks and pickups at general motors

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Sales volumes in the motor industry may remain subdued until mid-next year, Kenya Vehicle Manufacturers Association (KVMA) Chairperson Rita Kavashe has projected.

Speaking at General Motors East Africa GMEA headquarters in Nairobi, Ms Kavashe said vehicle sales will start rising. She cited a decision by the Government to drop excise duty on vehicle imports and increased projects across counties to support the sector’s growth.

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