By
Dennis Musau
Technology Correspondent
Nation Media Group
Mobile network operators are pushing for removal of taxes on entry-level smartphones, arguing that high handset costs have become the biggest obstacle to bringing millions of people online.
The push comes as Kenya has stepped back from plans that would have significantly lowered taxes on imported smartphones.
By
Dennis Musau
Technology Correspondent
Nation Media Group
Mobile network operators are pushing for removal of taxes on entry-level smartphones, arguing that high handset costs have become the biggest obstacle to bringing millions of people online.