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MSME Alliance opposes KRA’s Sh3.2m cargo benchmark

Sacco ReviewAugust 15, 202605 mins

MSME Alliance has opposed KRA’s proposed increase in the consolidated cargo customs benchmark from Ksh2.5 million to Ksh3.2 million. The alliance says the 28 per cent increase would raise import costs, squeeze working capital and threaten the survival of small businesses. It wants KRA to retain the Ksh2.5 million benchmark and consult traders before making…

KRA customs revenue hits record Ksh92.53bn in July

Sacco ReviewAugust 12, 2026August 12, 202604 mins

KRA Customs collected a record Ksh92.53 billion in July 2026, exceeding the Treasury target by Ksh6.37 billion. Non oil revenue hit a record Ksh61.50 billion, supported by stronger compliance, technology and improved cargo management. The July performance marked a 15.3 per cent increase from Ksh80.29 billion collected in July 2025. Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Customs…

Sugar millers push for tighter controls on raw sugar imports

Sacco ReviewAugust 6, 2026August 6, 202604 mins

Sugar millers want tighter controls on raw sugar imports to protect local producers. They urged enforcement of the Sugar Act, 2024 and Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) rules to stop raw sugar reaching consumers. They warned excess imports are hurting local millers, jobs and tax revenue. Sugar industry stakeholders have urged the national government to regulate…

Over 60 Saccos rally lobbies to push for tax reforms

Sacco ReviewAugust 5, 202605 mins

More than 60 Saccos have tasked cooperative lobbies with pushing for tax reforms after engaging KRA on sector specific tax challenges. The sector wants tax laws aligned with the member based and not for profit Sacco model, saying current rules do not reflect how cooperatives operate. The proposals now move to lobbying groups, including KUSCCO,…

KUSCCO, KRA to hold second national taxation dialogue for Saccos in Nairobi

Sacco ReviewJuly 21, 202604 mins

KUSCCO and KRA will hold the second National Taxation Dialogue for Saccos on 30 and 31 July in Nairobi. The forum will address Sacco taxation, compliance and policy reforms. The dialogue aims to promote a fairer and more predictable tax framework for Saccos. The Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Co-operatives Ltd (KUSCCO) will convene…

Why Saccos are up against the provisions of the Finance Act, 2026

Sacco ReviewJuly 16, 2026010 mins

Finance Act 2026 introduces stricter tax compliance, faster reporting deadlines, and expanded KRA enforcement powers affecting Saccos. Saccos warn the changes could strain liquidity, increase compliance costs, and disrupt lending and member access to savings. KUSCCO is pushing for tax law amendments to protect co operative members and harmonise taxation with the Co operative Societies…

KRA introduces advance cargo declaration platform for containerised shipments ahead of August launch

Sacco ReviewJuly 15, 2026July 15, 202605 mins

KRA will make Advance Cargo Declaration (ACD) mandatory for all containerised imports from August 3. Exporters must secure an ACD reference code before cargo is loaded. The system aims to improve security and speed up customs clearance. Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced the launch of its new Advance Cargo Declaration (ACD) platform. Starting Monday,…

Key sectors push revenue to Sh2.8 trillion as KRA records strongest growth in recent years

Sacco ReviewJuly 10, 2026July 11, 2026016 mins

KRA posts strong revenue growth: The Kenya Revenue Authority collected KSh2.844 trillion in FY 2025/2026, a 10.6 percent increase from the previous year, with manufacturing, energy, finance, ICT, and wholesale and retail sectors driving 62 percent of total revenue. Customs exceed target: Customs revenue grew 12.4 percent to KSh988.8 billion, surpassing its target, while exchequer…

Court orders gov’t to disclose details of duty-free rice importation programme

Sacco ReviewJuly 9, 202605 mins

The High Court in Kisumu has ordered the government to publicly disclose details of its controversial duty-free rice importation programme, requiring key State agencies to explain how the scheme is being implemented. High Court, Justice Alfred Mabeya issued the directive after certifying as urgent a petition filed by the Ahero Rice Farmers Association, which is…

Kenyans receiving services at the Kenya Revenue Authority headquarters. PHOTO/KRA

KRA launches third tax amnesty window with full waiver on penalties

Sacco ReviewJuly 7, 202603 mins

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has unveiled its third tax amnesty window, a move expected to unlock billions in revenue while easing compliance burdens for taxpayers. The program, which runs from July 1 to December 31, 2026, offers a 100 percent waiver on penalties, interest, and fines for tax liabilities incurred up to December 31,…