Ajib Gathoni recently shocked social media by announcing she earned a staggering KSh 2.5 million (approximately £15,000) from a single campaign, casually referring to it as “tax-free.” This remark has sparked mixed reactions and raised questions about influencer taxation in Kenya.

• KSh 2.5 million earned from one campaign
• Ajib Gathoni, Kenyan influencer and entrepreneur
• Her “tax-free” comment reignited concerns about compliance under Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) regulations

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is leveraging TikTok to stage a political comeback following his impeachment, receiving significant financial gifts during a livestream that prompted widespread debate.

• On June 27, 2025, Gachagua collected 78 Lion gifts, each worth $400 (KSh 51,800), totaling nearly KSh 4 million before commissions.
• He is the first Kenyan politician to gain substantial income from TikTok gifting, igniting discussions about the legitimacy of this revenue stream.
• Public reactions ranged from skepticism to allegations of money laundering, reflecting a contentious atmosphere surrounding the TikTok gifting culture in Kenya.