Netflix hikes rates in Kenya on inclusion of VAT tax charge

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Subscription video-on-demand service Netflix increases monthly charges in Kenya.

Subscription video-on-demand service Netflix has increased its monthly charges in Kenya effective May 30 after the company included in its billing a value added tax charge.

Netflix has reviewed its rates to Ksh1,100 ($10.30) from Ksh950 ($8.90) for the standard package and Ksh1,450 ($13.58) from Ksh1,200 ($11.24) for the premium package.