Miguna links high cost of living to runaway corruption
Miguna Miguna, an attorney, has criticized leaders who attribute the country’s elevated cost of living to global economic dynamics.
He stated on Tuesday that the majority of issues afflicting Kenyans are the result of corruption that has permeated deeply into institutions and that only a few individuals benefit from the taxes collected.
Despite being overtaxed, Kenyans were unable to access essentials such as quality healthcare, so he deemed the country’s tax structure unsustainable.
Miguna, for example, stated that even though the cost of labor in Canada is significantly higher than in Kenya, Kenyans find it difficult to afford virtually everything due to high prices.
Sugar, tropical fruits, and rice, which are imported into Canada, are manufactured in Kenya.
He questioned why parking, rent, milk, meat, poultry, and potatoes were more affordable in Canada than in Kenya.
“The taxes in Kenya are too high and unsustainable. Moreover, compared to countries like Canada where residents enjoy free Universal Healthcare, excellent infrastructure, and transportation networks all courtesy of their taxes; most of the triple taxation in Kenya goes to individuals’ pockets,” Miguna said.
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“These are not issues of “global economic problems.” It’s because we have institutionalized and normalized corruption and accepted the degradation of our citizens. It’s as simple as that!” he added.
This comes after some Kenya Kwanza government leaders asserted that the country’s high petroleum prices are the result of global factors.
Wilson Sossion, the former secretary general of the Kenya National Union of Teachers, stated on Monday that the increase in petroleum prices is affecting economies around the world.
He mentioned that we should compare petroleum prices in Kenya to those in other countries and noted that the disparity is minimal.
Sossion emphasized in an interview with KTN News that petroleum is a global commodity that Kenya imports from other nations.
“What is happening in Kenya is beyond the control of anybody within the country,” he asserted.
He added that the government has limited control over petroleum prices and that citizens should be prepared for challenging times.
Miguna links high cost of living to runaway corruption
