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Low-income earners could get PAYE relief. Land transfers and mobile phones could become cheaper. Graduate internships could expand to 50,000 slots. President William Ruto has announced plans to introduce tax relief for low-income earners, reduce the cost of land transfers and make mobile phones more affordable as part of measures aimed at easing the cost…
SASRA seeks public views on proposed ICT rules for regulated Saccos. The draft guidelines cover cybersecurity, data protection and technology risks. Stakeholders have until November 20 to submit comments. The Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) is seeking public views on new draft technology guidelines for regulated Saccos in Kenya. The regulator has called on stakeholders…
President Ruto signs tax laws extending reduced VAT on fuel and changing levies on selected building materials. The legislation maintains an 8 per cent VAT rate on petrol, diesel and paraffin for an initial 90 days. Kenya Revenue Authority board changes aim to strengthen coordination in tax collection and customs operations. Kenyans will keep paying…
Creatives want the proposed law expanded to cover more artistic disciplines. Intellectual property rights emerge as a key point of contention in the Bill. Stakeholders push for stronger opportunities for youth, women and persons with disabilities. Stakeholders in Kenya’s creative industry have called for changes to the proposed Creative Economy Bill, 2026, to ensure it…
KRA uncovers a major VAT fraud scheme involving fictitious invoices worth billions of shillings. Investigations reveal links between businesses, individuals and possible internal facilitation. Taxpayers using fake invoices face prosecution as KRA moves to recover lost revenue. The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), through its Investigations and Enforcement Department, has uncovered a sophisticated tax fraud scheme…
Njuki pledges to defend devolution against political interference as he takes over leadership of the Council of Governors. He plans to push for Ksh500 billion in county funding and strengthen engagement with Parliament. Njuki vows to pursue stalled development projects and improve funding to support service delivery across the 47 counties. Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) collected Ksh90.05 billion in customs revenue in September 2026, surpassing its monthly target as imports of motor vehicles and containerised cargo recorded growth. The collections rose by 5.8 per cent from the Ksh85.15 billion realised in September 2025, reflecting an increase in revenue generated from international trade. The amount also…
KRA’s first quarter collections fell short of the Treasury target despite recording year-on-year growth. Higher government spending widened the fiscal deficit, putting pressure on plans to reduce borrowing. Stronger customs revenue offered relief as domestic taxes struggled to meet expectations. Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) collections fell Ksh58.2 billion short of target in the first quarter…
Suppliers and contractors are set to receive payments after Cabinet clears verified government debts. Small businesses owned by women, young people and persons with disabilities will receive priority. Claims dating back to 2005 feature in a long-running effort to settle outstanding government bills. Thousands of suppliers and contractors owed by the Government can expect payment…
Dairy farmers are being urged to take advantage of government reforms to improve production and earnings. New investments in infrastructure and technology could create fresh opportunities for dairy households. The Kenya Dairy Board is stepping up efforts to strengthen milk quality, farmer training and market access. Kenyan dairy farmers are being urged to use new…
