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August 27, 2026
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KRA defends move to raise customs benchmark for consolidated cargo

KRA defends move to raise customs benchmark for consolidated cargo

KRA clarified that the Sh3.2 million figure does not represent the actual tax liability for goods contained in a particular shipment...

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The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has justified its decision to increase the customs benchmark for consolidated cargo from Sh2.5 million to Sh3.2 million, stating it is a measure to prevent revenue loss and aid small traders.

  • The revised minimum yield took effect on August 21, 2026.
  • The KRA clarified the figure is a risk-management reference, not the actual tax liability.
  • This review, the first since the 2022/23 financial year, accounts for changes in exchange rates, freight costs, and tax laws.

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