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April 11, 2026
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KRA bets on tech to bridge tax equity

KRA bets on tech to bridge tax equity

According to the taxman’s data, only 40pc of registered taxpayers are actively remitting taxes...

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The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is intensifying its efforts to leverage technology and direct business verification to address a significant gap in tax contributions, as only 40 percent of registered taxpayers actively file and remit taxes.

  • Over Sh500 billion is estimated to be forgone in Personal Income Tax (PIT) annually.
  • The KRA, facing a 97.7 percent PIT gap, aims to increase collections from import duties and income taxes in the 2026/27 financial year.
  • A considerable number of the 22.6 million registered taxpayers, including approximately 19 million informal workers, currently operate outside the tax net.

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