The Nyeri county government has waived levies paid by traders to cushion them from the adverse effects of the Covid-19 pandemic. He also extended deadlines for payment of other county charges. There will also a be 100 per cent waiver on all accrued penalties for owners of county government shops, stalls and houses. A 25 per cent waiver was also announced for liquor license fees until June 30. Kahiga said the safety protocols issued by President Uhuru Kenyatta would adversely affect small traders and the transport industry.

Source: The Star April 03, 2021 08:26 UTC