Treasury exempts horse racing from steep betting taxes

Silverstone Air Kenya derby riders take part at the Ngong Racecourse in Nairobi. PHOTO | DENNIS ONSONGO | NMG

Betting activities relating to horse racing will not be subjected to tax as the government moved to shield the exclusive sport from the impact of the new excise duty.

The Finance Act, 2022 has exempted horse racing from excise duty imposed on betting, gaming and lotteries.

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