Housing Levy

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Court of Appeal Halts Housing Levy Collection: Blow to President Ruto

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Kenyan Court of Appeal makes a significant ruling against President Ruto's government regarding the housing levy collection. Find out more!

In a major setback for President William Ruto's administration, the Court of Appeal has ruled against the continuation of the controversial 1.5% housing levy. A three-judge bench emphasized public interest, siding with the High Court's decision to suspend the levy. Following the ruling, Ruto expressed determination to push forward with affordable housing plans despite the setback.

The decision has sparked mixed reactions among Kenyans, with some applauding the court's stance on protecting public interest while others expressing disappointment in the halted levy collection. ODM hailed the ruling as a victory for Kenyans, supporting the suspension of the levy. On the other hand, FKE urged employers not to deduct the housing levy, highlighting ongoing monitoring of developments in the matter.

In response to the Court of Appeal's decision, the government is set to appeal the ruling, keeping the housing levy suspended as previously determined by the High Court. President Ruto's vow to continue the affordable housing project reflects ongoing commitment despite the legal challenges.

In conclusion, the housing levy issue remains a contentious one, with legal battles shaping the future of affordable housing initiatives in Kenya. The Court of Appeal's stance on public interest sets a precedent for the governance and implementation of government policies affecting citizens.

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Three-judge bench rules that public interest tilts in favour of not granting the order sought by the government.

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Blow to President Ruto as court halts housing levy (Business Daily)

Court of Appeal rules that public interest tilts in favour of not granting the order or the suspension sought by the government.

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This is victory for Kenyans, ODM says after Housing Levy ruling (The Star, Kenya)

Following the Court of Appeal ruling, housing levy remains suspended as declared by the High Court.

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Ruto speaks after Court of Appeal ruling on Housing Levy (The Star, Kenya)

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Kenya Court of Appeal stops President Ruto's housing levy (The East African)

Three-judge bench rules that public interest tilts in favour of not granting the order sought by the government.

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President Ruto vows to appeal court decision on housing levy (Daily Nation)

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Kenyan court refuses to stay ruling invalidating housing levy (Reuters)

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We'll appeal court decision on housing levy - Ruto (The Star, Kenya)

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Refund housing levy, Raila allies tell state after court verdict (The Star, Kenya)

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Don't deduct housing levy, FKE tells employers (Business Daily)

The Federation of Kenya Employers says it will continue to monitor developments on the housing levy matter.

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President William Ruto lays the foundation stone for the construction of affordable housing units in Buuri, Meru County, on Thursday, January 25.

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Kenyans react after Housing Levy ruling (The Star, Kenya)

President William Ruto lays the foundation stone for Emgwen Affordable Housing Project in Nandi County, January 16, 2024. Image: PCS.

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