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Episode 49: Excise Duties
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Episode 49: Excise Duties

The impact of rising excise duties
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In this episode recorded on 23.02.2023, we are joined by Wambui Mbarire - RETRAK Kenya CEO, Job Wanjohi - KAM Head of Policy Research and Advocacy, Robert Waruiru - ICHIBAN Tax Advisory Founder, and Frida Mbugua - EABL Head of Public Policy. we discuss the impact of rising excise duties.

We cover the origin of excise duty, why KRA is falling short on excise stamp sales, the importance of tax regime predictability, and public participation in tax proposals.

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Show Notes

00:00:00 Introduction

00:06:07 Excise Duty, Origin, and Importance

00:15:55 Why Is KRA Falling Short On Excise Stamp Sales?

00:22:02 Impact of Increasing Stamp Prices on Retailers

00:28:22 Handling Public Tax Proposals

00:33:25 Tax Regime Predictability

00:36:28 Impact On Farmers, Health, and Citizens’ Wellbeing

00:51:15 Inflation Adjustment and Public Participation

00:58:42 Closing Thoughts

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