High Court Strikes Down Housing Levy;Gachagua Weighs In on the Verdict
In Summary:In a groundbreaking decision, a three-judge bench comprising Justices David Majanja, Christine Meoli, and Lawrence Mugambi ruled the Finance Act 2023 unconstitutional. The verdict, prompted by a petition from Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah, challenged the Finance Act's legitimacy, alleging inadequate Senate approval. Despite the Finance Bill being deemed a legal money bill, the court nullified the Housing Levy, asserting unconstitutional powers vested in the Kenya Revenue Authority, as argued by the petitioners.
This judicial intervention not only suspended the implementation of the Social Health Insurance Act until 2024 but also dealt a significant blow to Deputy President William Ruto. The court's decision unfolds against the backdrop of the ongoing struggle between the Kenya ...