KRA Appoints New Commissioner
The commissioner will be in charge of streamlining tax compliance operations among small business owners...
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The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has officially appointed George Obell as the Commissioner for the Micro and Small Taxpayers Department (MST), effective November 10, 2025. This appointment aims to strengthen KRA's capacity and enhance service delivery for small businesses.
- George Obell has served KRA for over 28 years in tax administration.
- The MST Department, established in March 2025, offers tailored tax education and support to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
- Obell previously held roles as Deputy Commissioner for the Medium Taxpayers Office (MTO) and East & South of Nairobi (E&SON) Tax Service Office, spearheading tax digitization reforms.
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