Taxes & KRA

It’s that time of the year again. The June 30th deadline is looming like Nairobi traffic on a Monday morning, and your KRA iTax dashboard is staring back at you. You know you need to file, but the thought of scrambling for papers is stressing you out. Relax, we’ve got you. This is your straightforward, … Read more

That moment you log into iTax and see your tax payable figure can be a real heart-sinker. You’re not alone. But what if you could legally shrink that number before you even hit ‘submit’? Good news: you can. This isn’t about dodging KRA; it’s about smartly using every shilling of relief and allowance the law … Read more

Tax season in Kenya is like that unannounced visit from your in-laws—you know it’s coming, but you’re never quite ready. The scramble for receipts, the panic over missing invoices, and the fear of a KRA audit can turn any hustler or business owner into a ball of stress. But what if filing your taxes could … Read more

Ever had that sinking feeling when you remember a KRA deadline that passed you by? You’re not alone. Between running a hustle in Gikomba, managing a matatu Sacco, or just handling your PAYE, tax dates can sneak up like Nairobi traffic. But ignoring them is a direct route to penalties that can seriously dent your … Read more

Imagine logging into your KRA iTax portal and seeing a huge, unexplained debt or a pending refund you never applied for. Your heart sinks. That sinking feeling is what thousands of Kenyans face when fraudsters target their tax accounts. Your iTax profile is a goldmine for criminals—it holds your KRA PIN, income details, and can … Read more

It’s that time of the year again. You’re sitting with your phone or laptop, trying to navigate iTax, and the pressure is real. Maybe you’re rushing to beat the June 30th deadline, or you just got that reminder SMS from KRA. We’ve all been there. Filing your taxes shouldn’t feel like a puzzle, but a … Read more

You’re chilling, maybe enjoying a nyama choma weekend, then boom—a thought hits you. That side hustle income from 2022 you never declared? Or the M-Pesa till from your online business that’s looking a bit too healthy? The KRA question is real. Do you wait and pray the taxman doesn’t come knocking, or do you take … Read more

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