An Infotrak survey released September 25, 2025, highlights taxation as the leading cause of Kenya’s high cost of living.
40 per cent of respondents blamed escalating taxes for the financial strain on households.
Global economic factors, including rising fuel prices and supply chain disruptions, followed at 19 per cent. Government policies were cited by 16 per cent, while 14 per cent pointed to corruption as a key driver.
Other concerns included lack of employment opportunities at 6 per cent and poor agricultural productivity at 2 per cent. Only 3 per cent of respondents said they did not know the cause.
The findings show widespread frustration as Kenyans grapple with increasing prices of essential goods and services. Taxes, particularly those imposed on fuel and basic commodities, have been at the center of public debate, with many citizens urging the government to review its revenue-raising measures.
