Ex-KRA Boss Wattanga Explains Why He Quit Before His Term Ended

Wattanga was also put to task to explain why his interview had to be pushed by 30 days, a decision that forced the government to incur extra costs to re-advertise the vetting...

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Former Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Commissioner General Humphrey Wattanga has clarified his departure from the agency, stating it was in line with his contract terms and not a dismissal.

Humphrey Wattanga stated his contract, set to end in August 2026, allowed for terminal leave if not renewed.
The clarification came during his vetting by the National Assembly’s Defence Committee for the role of Kenya’s High Commissioner to Canada.
Lawmakers also questioned Wattanga about his request to postpone his vetting, which he explained was to ensure a structured handover at the KRA.