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
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
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has temporarily suspended the filing of nil tax returns, a move that has sparked widespread debate among Kenyan taxpayers, especially students, unemployed citizens, and small business owners. Nil returns have long been a simple compliance requirement for individuals with no taxable income, making this suspension a significant policy shift. So, … Read more