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Kakamega plans to tax Airbnb listings and student hostels to boost government revenue.
Kakamega to tax airbnb's, student hostels to boost revenues - the-star.co.ke
Summary
Kakamega, Kenya, is introducing taxes on Airbnb listings and student hostels to increase local revenue. This move signifies a growing trend of local governments seeking to regulate and monetize the short-term rental market.
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