The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has clarified that its new tax technology initiative will not access individuals' M-PESA or bank accounts, addressing public concerns over data privacy. Chair Ndiritu Muriithi stated the reform focuses solely on transaction-level data for automated Value Added Tax (VAT) collection at the source.

• KRA will not access personal bank accounts or mobile money wallets.
• Ndiritu Muriithi, Chair of KRA, clarified the initiative on Tuesday, July 29.
• The goal is to automate 16 percent VAT collection directly at the point of digital transaction, similar to how betting winnings are taxed at the source.