🏠 Introduction: Do You Earn Rental Income in Kenya? If you earn money from renting out residential or commercial property in Kenya, you’re legally required to declare and pay rental income tax to the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). Many landlords are still unsure how to file, what rate applies, or whether Airbnb and bedsitters are […]

📌 Introduction: Are Nonprofits Really Exempt? Many Kenyan NGOs assume they’re automatically exempt from all taxes — but that’s not entirely true. While public benefit organizations (PBOs), charitable trusts, and NGOs may enjoy certain exemptions, they still face legal tax obligations with KRA. This guide explains the actual tax treatment, compliance requirements, and how to

📌 Introduction If you’ve hired employees in Kenya — even just one — then you’re legally required to register for PAYE (Pay As You Earn) with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). In 2025, non-compliance with PAYE rules attracts heavy penalties, limits access to a Tax Compliance Certificate (TCC), and can land your business in trouble.

📌 Introduction Are you a Kenyan working abroad or earning from foreign clients online? Do you receive income through PayPal, Upwork, or a foreign salary? If yes — this post is for you. In Kenya, foreign income is taxable under certain conditions, especially if you are tax resident. Yet, most people don’t know when or

📌 Introduction: Struggling With Excess Input VAT? Do you regularly make purchases and pay VAT, but your sales are zero-rated or exempt?Or maybe you made an overpayment or amended a return? 👉 If so, you may be eligible for a VAT refund from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). But there’s a catch — the process

📌 Introduction: The Most Misunderstood Tax in Kenya? When Minimum Tax was introduced in 2020, it caused an uproar. Businesses wondered:“Am I taxed even when I make a loss?” Fast forward to 2025, and many SMEs are still confused about whether Minimum Tax is active, applicable, or repealed. Let’s clear the air in plain, honest

📌 Introduction: What Is Presumptive Tax? If you run a small roadside business, a kiosk, or a mitumba stall, you’ve likely heard about Presumptive Tax. But how does it work in 2025? Do you file a return? How much do you pay? This guide is written for small businesses with a turnover below Ksh 1

📌 Introduction Starting a business in Kenya in 2025? Good news — the process is now more streamlined than ever thanks to the revamped eCitizen portal and the improved iTax integration. Whether you’re launching a side hustle, a consultancy, or a full-blown SME, this step-by-step guide shows you how to: ✅ Register your business on

📌 Introduction: Employed? You Still Need to File a Return Let’s bust one of the biggest tax myths in Kenya — “I have a job, my employer deducts PAYE, so I don’t need to file a return.” 🚫 Wrong. According to Kenyan tax law, every individual with a KRA PIN is required to file a

🏠 Introduction: Renting Property in Kenya? Here’s What You Must Know in 2025 As a landlord in Kenya, tax compliance now involves more than just iTax. In 2024, KRA introduced a new system called eRITS (electronic Rental Income Tax System) — specifically for managing rental tax. This 2025 guide will walk you through everything:☑️ Tax