The Bill was passed after Kenya Kwanza senators prevailed over their Azimio counterparts and rejected several amendments aimed at providing relief to Kenyans. The opposition senators, led by Okong’o Omogeni (Nyamira), described the Bill as unconstitutional, objecting to the mandatory 1.5% housing tax for all Kenyans. However, Kenya First senators, led by Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot, approved minor amendments proposed by Senate Transport Committee Chairman Karongo Wa Thang’wa and other members. The Affordable Housing Bill of 2023 aims to legalise the collection of a 1.5% monthly housing tax for self-employed Kenyans and those in the informal sector. Monda’s troubles began soon after Osoro led a team of anti-Arati politicians to the DG’s home in Keumbu.
