A New Dawn For Kenya
You just got that promotion letter or finally registered your business. Congrats! But then the reality hits: how much tax will you actually pay? Is it the same tax your friend who runs a small shop in Gikomba pays? If you’re mixing up PAYE with corporate tax, you’re not alone. This confusion can cost you … Read more
You’re finally making consistent sales, maybe from your shop in Kamukunji or your online hustle. But then the VAT question hits: should you be filing monthly or annually with KRA? Getting this wrong can mean penalties, cash flow stress, or just unnecessary admin. Let’s cut through the confusion. This guide breaks down the two VAT … Read more
You’ve just registered your business at Sheria House or online via eCitizen. The hustle is real, and the first sales are trickling in. But now your accountant is talking about taxes, and you’re stuck between two options: Turnover Tax (TOT) or the normal Income Tax. Which one is for you? Picking the wrong one can … Read more
You’re at your shop in Gikomba or your office in Westlands, the 20th is looming, and that familiar tax return panic starts to creep in. Do you log into iTax and brave it alone, or do you find that guy your cousin recommended? The choice between DIY on KRA’s portal and hiring a tax consultant … Read more
You just got your payslip from that Nairobi corporate gig and see “PAYE” deducted. Or maybe your side hustle is finally popping, and someone mentioned “Self-Assessment.” Your mind goes: “Ni kitu kimoja? Which one applies to me, and what’s the damage to my wallet?” Don’t stress. If you earn money in Kenya, you’re in one … Read more
It’s that time of the year again. The KRA deadline is looming, and you’re staring at your iTax dashboard, wondering if you should just figure it out or call that guy your cousin recommended. The struggle is real for every employed Kenyan, freelancer, or business owner. This article breaks down the real deal of filing … Read more
KRA just sent that annual reminder SMS and your stomach dropped. Ukienda iTax, the options “Nil Return” and “Full Return” stare back at you. Which one do you click? Picking wrong can lead to penalties, or worse, a visit from the taxman. Don’t stress. This guide breaks down the difference between nil and full tax … Read more
Ulikua umesahau kabisa? Or maybe you saw the deadline reminders on Twitter, told yourself “nitafanya kesho,” and then kesho turned into a month later. We’ve all been there. The 30th of June came and went, and now you’re staring at your phone wondering if KRA will send the police to your door. Relax, breathe. Panicking … Read more
You’re in your shop in Nairobi’s CBD or your workshop in Industrial Area, and your phone rings. It’s KRA. They want to “verify” your tax returns. Your stomach drops. A tax audit can feel like a looming storm, especially for a small business owner in Kenya. But listen, it doesn’t have to be a disaster. … Read more
You filed your returns, paid your dues via M-Pesa, and even got that confirmation message. Months later, you log into iTax and boom—a shocking balance stares back at you. Panic mode? Don’t. You’re not alone. This frustrating glitch hits thousands of Kenyans every filing season. It’s usually a system lag or a simple mismatch, not … Read more