Catholic bishops demand repealing of Finance Act to reduce tax burden on Kenyans

Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) chairman Martin Kivuva (centre) and members Maurice Muhatia Makumba (left), who is the archbishop of Kisumu, and Anthony Muheria, of the Nyeri archdiocese. [Jenipher Wachie, Standard]

Catholic bishops have urged President William Ruto to repeal the controversial Finance Act, 2023 to lessen the tax burden on Kenyans.

The Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) argued the taxes are unsustainable, especially in the current tough economic environment.