Kenya Revenue Authority
Kenya Revenue Authority administers and enforces tax laws, collects revenue, and combats tax evasion and fraud.
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KRA restores NIL filing, but 2025 NIL returns can only be filed after March 31
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has restored the NIL return filing functionality on the iTax platform, a move coming after…
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KRA announces 36-hour shutdown of customs system (ICMS) this weekend
If you are an importer, exporter, or clearing agent, you need to move fast. The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has…
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KRA tax filing changes: How the taxman is using tech to end the ‘June rush’
For years, the month of June in Kenya has been synonymous with Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) system downtimes, long queues,…
- Interesting Reads
How a KES 2.7M Electric Car Import from China Ended Up Costing KES 6.8M in Kenya
A Kenyan businessman recently set out to swap petrol for lelectric power in his driveway. Amos Kibaru, who already runs…
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KRA Extends Tax Filing Deadline Following iTax System Challenges on June 30th
Kenya Revenue Authority extends tax return deadline to July 1, 2025, after iTax system failures on June 30, aiding compliance
- Business
Hayo Launches National Mobile Registry Platform: Revolutionizing Digital Tax Collection in Emerging Markets
Hayo launched National Mobile Registry platform helping emerging market governments regulate mobile imports, combat counterfeits, and boost digital tax revenues.
- Business
New Car Tax Rules in Kenya Could Slash Prices or Trigger Chaos, Maybe Both!
Kenya to adopt invoice-based tax system for car imports from July 2025, replacing CRSP with document-verified transaction valuation.
- Business
KRA Rolls Out eRITS to Digitize Rental Income Tax Compliance Across Kenya
KRA launches eRITS to automate rental income tax compliance and simplify taxation for landlords in Kenya.
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Kenya Proposes New 15% Tax on Social Media and Online Businesses
Kenya proposes a 15% tax on social media and online businesses, impacting creators, SMEs, and digital services to boost revenue.
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Kenya’s New Mobile Phone Tax Compliance Rules Raise Privacy and Cost Concerns
Kenya's new IMEI registration rules raise privacy, cost, and practicality concerns, impacting consumers, businesses, and tourists; implementation challenges remain.
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Privacy and Tax Concerns Arise as Kenya Mandates IMEI Registration for All Phones in 2025
The Communications Authority of Kenya mandates tax compliance for mobile devices through IMEI registration, effective January 1, 2025.
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Kenyan Tax Tribunal Rules Withholding Tax Inapplicable on Foreign Agency Fees, Providing Relief for Businesses
The Kenyan Tax Tribunal ruled withholding tax inapplicable on foreign agency fees, providing significant relief for businesses using non-resident agents.
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KRA Proposes New ‘Transaction Value’ Method for Valuing Used Cars
KRA proposes switching to Transaction Value for used car valuations, seeking public input to align with international and regional standards.
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Digitax Partners with Statsspeak Group for E-TIMS Onboarding
DigiTax and Statsspeak Group partner to onboard businesses and individuals in Kenya for improved eTIMS tax compliance
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Bento Advocates for Digital Taxation in Africa with New White Paper
Bento's White Paper urges African nations to adopt digital tax solutions to boost revenue and combat economic challenges.
