Kenya

On 11 September 2026, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) published a public notice listing approved vendors for the electronic monitoring and tracking of goods under customs control, marking a significant milestone in the transition to a multi-vendor, user-owned framework for cargo surveillance. This directive stems from the Customs and Border Control reforms aimed at enhancing […]

On 7 September 2026, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) published a public notice declaring a tax amnesty program covering interest, penalties, and fines accrued on outstanding tax liabilities. This initiative aims to enhance voluntary compliance, reduce the stock of disputed tax debt, and provide relief to taxpayers facing financial hardship. The amnesty applies to taxes

Effective 7 September 2026, the Kenya Revenue Authority has activated the Stock Management Functionality within the electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS). This enhancement requires all registered taxpayers using eTIMS to maintain real-time stock records for goods subject to VAT and excise duty. The module integrates with the existing invoicing workflow, enabling automatic deduction of

As of 31 August 2026, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has officially commenced the integration of the Electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS) with the Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS). This landmark integration, announced via Public Notice No. 2388, aims to automate the flow of invoice data between taxpayers and the National Treasury, enhancing