[PSCU]On June 10, the Cabinet Secretary for National Treasury Ukur Yatani will read his second Budget under the coronavirus pandemic. This year’s Budget will be President Kenyatta’s last shot at attaining his campaign promises. Those who have not been paying, continue having your life,” said Dr Abraham Rugo, the country manager for International Budget Partnership. Critics are already questioning whether the government is serious about the fight against the pandemic, a prerequisite for economic take-off. The Finance Bill has also exempted medical equipment used to manufacture equipment such as ventilators, breathing appliances, and medicaments from VAT.

Source: Standard Digital May 17, 2021 21:00 UTC