AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPublic Wage Bill Pressure: Kenya’s Salaries and Remuneration Commission is trying to shift debate from pay levels to results, launching a three-day National Productivity and Performance Conference (June 17–19) with President William Ruto expected to chair, after admitting the 35% wage-bill cap has still not been met. Tax Crackdown on Startup Exits: Kenya also plans a 15% capital gains tax on foreign investors’ exits from local startups, aiming to close offshore “indirect transfer” loopholes that have shaped deal structures. Health Watch: New research warns climate change could push chikungunya into temperate regions by 2100, expanding beyond current travel-linked cases. Mauritius in the Spotlight: UK politics is drawing fire over new FCDO spending tied to the Chagos surrender deal, while Mauritius continues to appear in regional business links, including a financing forum in Accra. Tourism Jobs Theme: South Africa’s tourism minister says the sector supports 954,000 direct jobs and is pushing for 1 million by 2030.
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