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Daring Kenyan Motorist Refuses to Make Way for Government Vehicles: "Mlipa Ushuru"

The article from Tuko.co.ke discusses a Kenyan motorist who has boldly refused to comply with the government's directive to have vehicles inspected and cleared by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). This motorist, identified as a matatu driver, has painted his vehicle with the slogan "Mlipa Ushuru" (I have paid tax), asserting that he has fulfilled his tax obligations and should not be subjected to further scrutiny or fees. His defiance comes in the wake of a new government initiative aimed at ensuring all vehicles meet safety standards and are properly registered. The driver's action has sparked a debate on social media and among Kenyans about the fairness of government regulations, the burden of multiple taxes, and the rights of citizens who have complied with existing tax laws. This incident highlights the ongoing tension between government enforcement of vehicle regulations and public resistance to what is perceived as overtaxation or bureaucratic overreach.

Read the Full Tuko Article at:
[ https://www.tuko.co.ke/kenya/counties/576685-daring-kenyan-motorist-refuses-government-vehicles-mlipa-ushuru/ ]