The Supreme Court of Kenya has upheld the legality of the Finance Act 2023, overturning a previous Court of Appeal ruling that had declared the law unconstitutional. This decision allows the government to proceed with the implementation of the Finance Act, which includes provisions for the controversial Housing Levy. The court ruled that adequate public participation had been conducted during the law's formulation, although it acknowledged that there is currently no specific law governing public participation processes. The ruling has sparked a mix of reactions, with some legal experts and politicians questioning the transparency and accountability of the legislative process. Notably, sections of the Act concerning roads and unclaimed assets were struck down, but the majority of the law remains intact. The decision is seen as a significant victory for the government and President William Ruto, as it reinforces their fiscal policies amid ongoing public scrutiny and debate over the implications of the housing levy on Kenyans.