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Why KRA is after Netflix, ChatGPT and Airbnbs

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is implementing new regulations to impose taxes on global digital giants like Netflix, Airbnb, and OpenAI's ChatGPT operating in Kenya. These regulations, the Income Tax (Significant Economic Presence Tax) Regulations, 2025, will replace the previous Digital Service Tax (DST), aiming for a broader tax base from non-resident companies in the rapidly growing digital economy.

KRA targets AI, streaming and e-learning in new digital tax push

KRA Issues New Directive on Imported Goods

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced that, starting October 1, all goods imported into Kenya must be accompanied by a Certificate of Origin (COO), with certain exceptions. This directive, in line with Section 44A of the Tax Procedures Act, CAP. 469B, follows a transition period ending September 30.

Explainer: 7 Taxes and Levies on Your Electricity Bill

Kenyans purchasing electricity units often receive significantly fewer units than expected due to various taxes and levies. For instance, a Ksh500 purchase might yield only Ksh305 worth of units, with the remaining Ksh195 attributed to seven different charges.