The government has been compelled to put on hold its plans to spend nearly Sh1 billion on new vehicles due to the elimination of new and increased taxes for the current financial year ending June 2025.
Documents presented in the National Assembly reveal that the suspension of the purchase of new vehicles and other transport equipment will impact 46 public offices, including the State House.
The upcoming mini-budget, which is pending approval from lawmakers, will result in government departments and agencies missing out on Sh917.85 million that had been earmarked for acquiring new vehicles, along with an additional Sh9.59 million for regular maintenance for four offices.