Kenya Supreme Court Suspends 2023 Finance Law Ruling

Kenya's Supreme Court has temporarily suspended a ruling from the Court of Appeal that declared the 2023 finance law unconstitutional, allowing the government to continue collecting taxes under this law while appeals are pending. The Supreme Court's decision is aimed at preserving stability in the government's budgeting and appropriation processes, which were threatened by the lower court's ruling. This suspension comes as President William Ruto's administration faces challenges, including protests against tax increases and demands for better public participation in the legislative process. The consolidated appeals regarding the finance law will be heard on September 10 and 11, 2024, with significant implications for Kenya's tax system and government operations. Critics of the finance law argue it was passed without adequate public input, raising concerns about its constitutionality. The future of the 2023 finance law remains uncertain as the court's final ruling is awaited.