MP Proposes Introduction of Health Promotion Levy on Beverages

Nandi Hills MP Bernard Kitur has proposed the introduction of a tax on sugary beverages to promote public health.

Kitur, on Thursday afternoon, tabled the proposed Health Promotion Levy before the National Assembly's Finance Committee during the ongoing public hearings on the Finance Bill 2025.

The levy mainly targets the soft drinks industry to reduce sugar consumption, encourage healthier product reformulation and generate revenue for the government.

The lawmaker, in his proposal, argued that if implemented, it would encourage manufacturers to lower sugar content in their products and raise funds to promote public health campaigns and school nutrition programmes.