Nairobi county demands KSh924 million from EABL over liquor licensing dispute

Nairobi County is seeking about KSh 924 million from EABL in alleged liquor licensing arrears amid disputes over fees, fairness and court orders.

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Nairobi City County is seeking to recover KSh 924 million in alleged unpaid liquor licensing fees from East African Breweries Limited (EABL), arguing that major manufacturers should meet their county obligations just like small-scale traders.

The county's Chief Officer for Business and Hustlers Opportunities, Lydia Mathia, said an internal audit uncovered long-standing revenue gaps and disparities in how liquor licensing fees were assessed and collected.

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Source: Tuko