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Originally published by The Standardtop
June 5, 2026
23h ago
KRA forgoes Sh9.1b under State's fuel price relief plan

This follows the reduction of VAT on fuel from 16 per cent to eight per cent as part of measures aimed at cushioning consumers from rising global fuel prices..
✨ Key Highlights
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has waived Sh9.1 billion in tax revenue between April and May 2026 as part of a government initiative to cushion consumers from rising fuel prices.
- The tax relief comes from a reduction in Value Added Tax (VAT) on fuel from 16 per cent to eight per cent.
- The decision was announced by KRA Commissioner for Customs and Border Control, Dr Lilian Nyawanda, before the Senate Standing Committee on Energy.
- A consignment related to the vessel MT Paloma, which was under investigation, was re-shipped and did not enter the Kenyan market, with related customs entries cancelled.
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