Industries want import duty on raw materials scrapped

Kenya Association of Manufacturers CEO Phyllis Wakiaga. FILE PHOTO | NMG

Manufacturers are pushing for the removal of import duty on raw materials and a reduction in the number of levies in a bid to lower production costs and increase competitiveness of locally-made goods.

The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) said the government should tax the final product and harmonise taxes to avoid double taxes by national and county governments.

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