KRA suspends agents, staff over Sh452m fraud scheme
KRA said the scheme involved attempts to bypass customs procedures, leading to the release of consignments without full tax compliance. Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
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The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has interdicted six staff members and suspended 21 clearing agents in connection with a Sh452.2 million fraud scheme involving irregular cargo clearance.
- The scheme involved attempts to bypass customs procedures, leading to the release of consignments without full tax compliance.
- Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is leading the investigations.
- The amount was recovered following internal reviews and enforcement action, and criminal investigations have been initiated by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
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KRA suspends agents, staff over Sh452m fraud scheme - March 2026
The Kenya Revenue Authority has interdicted six staff members and suspended 21 clearing agents in connection with a Sh452.2 million fraud scheme involving irregular cargo clearance. This action aligns with the World Bank's decision to ban three PricewaterhouseCoopers firms in Kenya, Rwanda, and Mauritius from its projects for 21 months due to fraud and collusion. These developments highlight ongoing challenges with financial integrity and corruption in East Africa's business and regulatory environments.
