Nyoro challenges Ruto over Ksh3.2M KRA tax on containers
The People’s Party of Kenya (PPK) Leader Ndindi Nyoro, who doubles as Kiharu Member of Parliament, has rejected the Ksh3.2 million tax by KRA on containers. Speaking on Monday, August 31, 2026, Ndindi openly stated that the new tax burden would further strain traders already struggling with high operating costs. Nyoro questioned the government’s decision […]
Ndindi Nyoro, the leader of the People's Party of Kenya (PPK) and member of parliament for Kiharu, has criticized the Kenyan Revenue Authority (KRA) for imposing a Ksh3.2 million tax on containers. Speaking on August 31, 2026, Nyoro argued that the new tax would further burden traders who are already facing high operating costs, warning that it could force many small businesses out of operation.
He accused President William Ruto of breaking his campaign promises to small traders, particularly the "mama mboga" and boda boda communities, by refusing to address the issue. Nyoro pointed out that Kenyan traders are already heavily taxed, and the increased customs valuation of imported goods would ultimately lead to higher prices for consumers.
The KRA benchmark for some containers has risen from Ksh2.5 million to Ksh3.2 million, and Nyoro argued that the additional financial burden would be passed on to small traders and importers. He called for opposition parties to unite and challenge the Kenya Kwanza administration before the 2027 general election, criticizing the focus on former President Uhuru Kenyatta in political discussions.
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