Member of Parliament Didmus Barasa has proposed a controversial tax increase targeting individuals wearing clothing worth over Ksh10,000 and sporting fake nails. Barasa argues that such measures would help generate additional revenue for the government while also discouraging extravagant spending.
The proposal has sparked debate, with some supporting the idea as a means to redistribute wealth and increase tax revenue, while others criticize it as unfair and discriminatory. Critics argue that such a tax would disproportionately affect low-income earners who may occasionally purchase expensive clothing for special occasions.
Barasa’s proposal is yet to be formally presented in parliament, but it has already ignited discussions on the role of taxation in promoting equity and addressing social issues.
