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New Bill seeks to regulate prices of essential commodities

Nominated Senator Tabitha Mutinda. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]

A Bill to regulate the prices of essential commodities has been presented to the Senate.

The Price Control (Essential Goods) (Amendment) Bill, 2024, sponsored by nominated Senator Tabitha Mutinda, aims to ensure that these goods remain affordable for all Kenyans, especially low-income earners.

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