Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi is facing a legal challenge over his failure to disclose records related to the East African Development Bank (EADB) payments since 2014. A petitioner has urged the High Court to compel Mbadi to release the documents, citing non-compliance with a previous court order (tuko.co.ke).
Meanwhile, Mbadi has also set a timeline for proposed changes to the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system, as the Treasury considers broader tax cut measures. He stated that the government will table the proposed reforms, which aim to provide relief to taxpayers (peopledaily.digital).
The legal petition highlights concerns over transparency and accountability within the Treasury, particularly regarding financial dealings with EADB. The court case could have significant implications for public trust in government financial management.
The PAYE reforms, on the other hand, are expected to ease the tax burden on individuals and businesses, though details remain unclear. Both developments underscore the ongoing scrutiny of the Treasury’s financial policies and governance practices.
