John Bagoole

Members of parliament oppose new taxes introduced by government

Members of parliament oppose new taxes introduced by government

Members of Parliament on the finance committee have opposed government’s proposal to tax Saccos and individuals engaged in agriculture. The proposals that also include a ban on importation of vehicles older than eight years are contained in tax bills for the financial year 2018/2019. The eight tax bills, which are being considered by the Parliament […]

MPs want government to restructure the National meteorological department.

MPs want government to restructure the National meteorological department.

Members of Parliament have demanded that government restructures the National Metrological Department (NMD) as a way of strengthening its ability in ensuring the delivery of accurate weather forecasts which affects food production among farmers. The MPs say that the NMD should share the blame for the farmers planting seeds in wrong seasons. MP’s remarks followed […]