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Kimani Ichung'wah defends Ruto's taxes ahead of Parliament debate

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National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah speaks on October 22, 2022 during the vetting of the then-SMEs ministry CS nominee Simon Chelugui. [Kelly Ayodi, Stanard]

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah has vowed to defend the contested Finance Bill, 2024 as part of his duty to garner backing for government legislation in the House.

The proposed tax changes would require Kenyans to contribute more of their earnings to the government through increased taxation on everyday goods and services.

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