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KRA waives Sh165 billion in penalties as over three million Kenyans benefit from tax amnesty
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 13, 2025

The second phase of the programme, launched in December, targets penalties and interest accumulated up to December 2023.

Putin proposes direct peace talks with Ukraine after three years of war
Reuters  |  May 11, 2025

Russian officials have also proposed that the US recognise Russia's control over parts of Ukraine and demanded that Ukraine remains neutral, though Mo...

KRA surpasses Sh2 trillion in revenue collection as growth hits 6.1 per cent
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 09, 2025

Domestic taxes made up a large part of this total, with Sh1.386 trillion collected from July 2024 to April 2025, marking a 4.7 per cent growth.

Fuel stations given until June to integrate with KRA's eTIMS system
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 06, 2025

The system promises to streamline fuel station operations while ensuring that every transaction is electronically captured and transmitted to KRA in l...

2025 Finance Bill changes may worsen cash crunch for Kenyan exporters
Alfred Onyango  |  May 03, 2025

The proposed changes, if passed into law, would increase the period for refund ascertainment from the current 90 to 120 days, along with an extension...

Treasury revives plan to grant KRA real-time access to personal data in push for more tax
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 02, 2025

The move comes barely a year after similar proposals in the Finance Bill, 2024 were dropped following fierce resistance from the public and civil righ...

ECitizen firm distances itself from missing funds, says Interior Ministry must explain revenue gaps
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 01, 2025

David Kiprono, the Director of Government Relations at ECS, said the concerns raised in Parliament and by the Auditor-General are not directed at ECS...

Kenya lost over Sh500 billion to tax waivers and corruption- report
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 30, 2025

According to the NTA, tax incentives offered to attract foreign direct investment have instead contributed to revenue loss when given without proper i...

Kenya's uncollected taxes balloon to Sh2.3 trillion as KRA struggles
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 29, 2025

These arrears are categorised by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) as either under validation, uncollectable, or still undergoing reconciliation.

Over 22,000 public services now available online in Kenya - Interior PS Omollo
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 26, 2025

The Department for Internal Security and National Administration is in the process of procuring 3,000 new vehicles to improve logistical capabilities...

Zelensky in South Africa for talks with Ramaphosa on Ukraine peace efforts, bilateral ties
Reuters  |  Apr 24, 2025

Zelensky on Wednesday said there needed to be an immediate, full and unconditional ceasefire with Moscow, repeating that Ukraine did not rule out any...

KRA waives Sh158 billion in penalties for 2.9 million taxpayers in amnesty programme
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Apr 16, 2025

Taxpayers who do not owe principal taxes but have penalties or interest will automatically have these amounts waived without needing to submit an appl...

KRA launches new patrol boat to combat smuggling in Kenyan waters
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 15, 2025

The vessel, named KRA 009, was officially commissioned in Mombasa, signalling a firm move to enhance surveillance across Kenya’s waters.

Second-hand car taxes set for overhaul as KRA reviews outdated pricing model
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 13, 2025

The Authority said a joint technical team comprising its officials and players in the motor vehicle industry is currently reviewing the Current Retail...

Kenya Lionesses recover from semifinal loss to clinch third place in Krakow
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 12, 2025

Kenya Lionesses staged a spirited comeback to defeat Thailand 27-19 and secure third place at the Krakow leg of the HSBC Women’s Challenger Series, ke...

KRA rolls out new eRITS system to simplify rental income tax compliance for landlords
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 11, 2025

The Electronic Rental Income Tax System (eRITS), unveiled on Thursday, is now live on the Gava Connect platform and is tailored to help property owner...

Relief for Kenyan employees as KRA reduces fringe benefits tax to lowest level since 2023
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 10, 2025

A fringe benefits tax is imposed on employers offering concessional loans to their employees, directors, or their families. The tax remains in effect...

Bill proposes new tax regulations for freelancers, gig workers
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 07, 2025

According to the Business Laws (Amendment) Bill 2024 proposed by the National Treasury, the revised definition of “employee” would cover individuals w...

Treasury lowers tax collection target by Sh40 billion due to continued underperformance
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 07, 2025

In new submissions to Parliament, the Treasury now expects to collect Sh2.54 trillion in ordinary revenue for the financial year ending June 2025—down...

Sahara Desert, once lush and green, was home to mysterious human lineage
Reuters  |  Apr 04, 2025

During a period from about 14,500 to 5,000 years ago, it was a lush green savannah rich in bodies of water and teeming with life.

Kenya Lionesses Squad for HSBC Challenger Series Krakow, Poland named
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 04, 2025

Mwanja has made only one change to the squad that won the first and second legs of the series, which were held in Cape Town, South Africa, on March 1-...

High Court declares government’s eCitizen school fees directive unconstitutional
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 01, 2025

The court also took issue with the Sh50 convenience fee imposed on transactions, declaring that it has no legal basis.

KRA races against time to bridge Sh1.07 trillion revenue gap
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 19, 2025

Between July 2024 and February 2025, KRA collected Sh1.4 trillion, which is 56.7 per cent of its annual target of Sh2.475 trillion.

National Treasury seeks Sh17.6 billion to settle mounting debts owed to KRA
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 14, 2025

KRA’s liabilities related to employee salaries, contracted services, and operational costs reached Sh4.06 billion by the end of June 2024.

Auditor General raises concern over proposed Sh4.3 trillion budget, unrealistic revenue projections
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 08, 2025

The projected Sh4.3 trillion budget marks an increase from the Sh3.978 trillion allocated for the current 2024-2025 financial year.

Kenyan youth ranked among world's most mentally strong, better than many in Western nations
Amina Wako  |  Mar 07, 2025

The study, which analysed more than one million responses from internet-enabled populations in 76 countries, reveals a stark contrast between Africa a...

KRA cracks down on small businesses in push to increase revenue collection
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 07, 2025

KRA has noted that while some small businesses have registered for PINs, many do not fulfil their tax obligations, with some filing nil returns despit...

KRA waives Sh140 billion in tax penalties to boost compliance
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 04, 2025

According to KRA, over 1.9 million taxpayers have benefited from the initiative after settling their principal taxes for liabilities incurred up to De...

Trump pauses all U.S. military aid to Ukraine after angry clash with Zelenskiy
Reuters  |  Mar 04, 2025

Trump criticized Zelenskiy for being insufficiently grateful for Washington's backing in the war with Russia.

UK, European leaders join forces to draft Ukraine peace plan to take to US
Reuters  |  Mar 03, 2025

European leaders agreed they must spend more on defence to show Trump the continent can protect itself, and the European Commission chief suggested th...

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