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Balancing Revenue Needs vs Cost of Living – Who Wins?

Walk into any market in Nairobi this month and you’ll hear the same conversations. A mama mboga in Kawangware complains that her customers are buying fewer vegetables. A boda boda rider in Eastlands says fuel and phone credit are eating deeper into his daily earnings. A small salon owner in Ongata Rongai wonders how she’ll […]

eTIMS Compliance: Why So Many Kenyan SMEs Find It Expensive, Painful and Disruptive in 2026

The Kenya Revenue Authority’s Electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS) was introduced with the noble goal of improving tax transparency, reducing fraud and modernising tax administration. However, for many small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across Kenya, eTIMS has become one of the most frustrating compliance requirements they face today. From expensive system integrations and frequent […]

Kenya Is Entering the Era of Digital Tax Surveillance

Kenya’s tax system is undergoing one of the most significant transformations in its history – and many businesses are underestimating what it means. The conversation around “KRA automated tax notices” is not really about notices. It is about the emergence of a fully data-driven tax enforcement system. For years, tax administration in Kenya relied heavily […]

Finance Bill 2026: What Kenyan SMEs Need to Prepare For Now

The Finance Bill 2026 is currently undergoing public participation and parliamentary debate and its proposals could significantly reshape how Kenyan businesses operate, pay taxes and manage cash flow starting mid-2026. For small and medium enterprises (SMEs), which form the backbone of Kenya’s economy, this Bill brings a mix of new obligations, tightened compliance rules and […]

KRA Raises KSh 8.3 Billion from Alternative Tax Dispute Resolution: What This Means for Kenyan Businesses in 2026

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) continues to demonstrate the growing effectiveness of Alternative Tax Dispute Resolution (ATDR/ADR) as a key tool for settling tax conflicts. Through this mechanism, KRA has successfully raised substantial revenue while helping businesses avoid lengthy and expensive court battles. One notable milestone that continues to highlight the power of this approach […]

Demand Is Weak: The #1 Challenge Squeezing Kenyan SMEs in 2026

Hello my friend,   Walk into any shop in Eastleigh, a hardware yard in Industrial Area or a small café in Westlands right now, and you’ll hear the same story: “Customers are buying less.” “People are delaying big purchases.” “Everyone is trading down to the cheapest option.” This isn’t just anecdotal frustration. Hard data backs […]