The Execution of Victor Luvakaya: When the Protectors Turn Killers

Victor Luvakaya

The tragic death of Victor Luvakaya Ng’anga, an elite RE Squad officer, remains a haunting testament to the fractures within Kenya’s criminal justice system. While official police reports initially branded him a dangerous robber killed in a fierce shootout, a deeper investigation by the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) and a subsequent investigative feature by … Read more

KRA’s New Tax Trap? What Graduates and Landlords Must Know

KRA’s New Tax Trap? What Graduates and Landlords Must Know

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has introduced draft amendments aimed at refining the taxation of rental income and personal income, particularly focusing on graduates and professionals entering the workforce. These changes, set against the backdrop of the 2026 fiscal cycle, seek to enhance compliance through digital integration and policy adjustments. 1. Rental Tax Amendments: Transitioning … Read more

KRA Wins Sh1.79 Billion Tax Case Against Naivas Supermarket

Sh1.79 Billion Tax Case Against Naivas Supermarket

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has secured a major victory in a long-standing tax dispute involving the sale of shares in Naivas Supermarket. The Tax Appeals Tribunal (TAT) ruled that Gakiwawa Family Investments (GFI), the Mauritian-based holding company for the retail giant, is a tax resident of Kenya, making its offshore share deals liable for … Read more