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September 17, 2026
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KRA Announces Penalty Waiver After iTax Disruptions

KRA Announces Penalty Waiver After iTax Disruptions

iTax has experienced several system downtimes this year, making it difficult for taxpayers to file and access services...

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The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced a waiver of penalties and interest on its iTax platform following intermittent system downtime in September 2026.

  • Penalties and interest accrued due to verified periods of iTax system unavailability will be waived.
  • The KRA is offering this relief to taxpayers who faced difficulties filing returns and making payments.
  • This announcement comes just days before the September 20 deadline for filing VAT returns, easing pressure on taxpayers.

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