KRA Clarifies New Tax Rules Amid Trader Protests The Kenya Revenue Authority has clarified that the new KSh 3.2 million minimum yield for consolidated cargo is a risk-management reference, not the actual tax traders must pay. The figure was raised from KSh 2.5 million and took effect on 21st August 2026 after a one-month grace period. Small-scale traders had planned nationwide protests and business shutdowns over the increase, saying it raises the cost of importing goods. KRA maintains that taxes are still calculated based on the actual nature, value and classification of the goods. Traders who disagree with the benchmark can request verification or de-consolidate their cargo and make individual declarations.
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