Alcoholic drinks traders seek relief from excise tax
Stakeholders say local manufacturers will be subjected to double taxation of the products.
Source: standardmedia.co.ke
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Excise tax on spirits to double prices, increase illicit trade
Manufacturers say 95% of the spirits portfolio will be affected.
Source: the-star.co.ke
There is need for stakeholder input in the enactment of illicit alcohol laws to curb harm
Alcoholic Beverages Association of Kenya (ABAK) and the Bar, Hotel and LiquorTraders Association (BAHLITA) have called on the National and County governments to involve all players in the sector in the formulation of policies and laws to regulate the industry.
Source: hapakenya.com
Spirits imports fall on higher taxes
According to Alcoholic Beverages Association of Kenya, the drop in imported spirits is due to a sharp increase in taxes.
Source: nation.africa
Counterfeits worth Sh500m destroyed in 2022/23 -KRA
They comprised of alcoholic beverages, cigarettes and ethanol.
Source: the-star.co.ke