By
Kepha Muiruri
Business Reporter
Nation Media Group
President William Ruto will make the final call on introducing payslip tax cuts in the Finance Bill amid pressure from professional lobby groups to boost disposable income and the economy.
Estimates by KBA show that workers' purchasing power has declined by up to 12 percent over the last five years on the back of rising taxes, multiple statutory deductions, and a high cost of living.
By
Kepha Muiruri
Business Reporter
Nation Media Group
President William Ruto will make the final call on introducing payslip tax cuts in the Finance Bill amid pressure from professional lobby groups to boost disposable income and the economy.

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