This archive report was first published on 1 October 2021.
Published on October 1, 2021, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) will launch the annual Taxpayer's month on October 4 to celebrate compliant taxpayers for their patriotic act of remitting taxes.
The event, which aims to appreciate taxpayers for their selfless contribution towards the country's development agenda, will be marked by a long month of customer-centric activities countrywide.
Notably, this year's celebration is significant as KRA has managed to meet and surpass the financial year 2020/21 revenue target after eight years of waiting. Despite the economic challenges brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic, KRA posted a revenue performance of Shs. 1.66 trillion against a target of Shs 1.65 trillion.
"KRA has dedicated the month of October to honor and appreciate all taxpayers for their invaluable contribution to the government's revenue collection efforts that enabled the Authority to meet the target," a statement noted.
During the month, KRA will engage in various activities, including taxpayer appreciation visits, taxpayer education, an annual tax summit, and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities.
The event will also feature the Taxpayers Award Ceremony, hosted in honor of distinguished taxpayers and officiated by H.E President Uhuru Kenyatta. The distinguished taxpayers will be recognized for their exemplary tax compliance in the year 2020.
The launch of Taxpayers' Month will be officiated by Cabinet Secretary for National Treasury & Planning Amb Ukur Yatani, KRA Board Chairman Amb. (Dr.) Francis Muthaura, and KRA Commissioner General among other guests from both private and public sectors.
