The tax dragnet in Kenya is growing wider and stronger as more individuals and organizations are brought into the tax bracket. With digitization, the tax system is also becoming more efficient. Tax evasion is a crime. Certain types of transactions geared at tax avoidance are also being criminalised.

The following types of tax exist in Kenya

National Level

• Income ;PAYE, Corporate Tax, Capital Gains Tax
• VAT ;Customs/Import Duty, Excise

County Level

Entertainment Tax  Property Tax  Other Taxes

In light of the above it pays to be on the good side of the Tax Law by

Understanding one’s tax obligations,  Taking steps to comply through registration with the appropriate state agencies  Making tax deductions and remittances on time  Filing accurate and timely returns  Keeping proper tax records

At Adede and Company, we are at hand to assist our clients with managing all of the above.