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WHATSAPP GROUP PIC As Kenya edges closer to the 2027 General Election , political realignments and early presidential ambitions are beginning to take shape. Among the emerging names is Eliud Owalo , former Cabinet Secretary for ICT and the Digital Economy and later Chief of Staff at State House , who has publicly expressed his interest in contesting for the presidency in 2027 . In a recent public statement, Owalo outlined what he describes as bold tax reforms he would implement if elected president: “If you elect me as president of the Republic of Kenya , I will bring down income tax from 35% to 20%, VAT from 16% to 10% and housing tax from 1.5% to 0.5%. I want to eliminate punitive taxation.” At face value, this message resonates strongly with ordinary Kenyans who are struggling under a heavy tax burden amid rising costs of living. However, the statement also raises critical questions about consistency, responsibility, and realism . What makes this promise controversial is...