This archive report was first published on 5 September 2019.
Published on September 5, 2019, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has shifted its focus to county governments for allegedly failing to adhere to tax policies.
According to Commissioner James Githii Mburu, the taxman is now targeting county governments for deducting taxes from employees but failing to remit the collected taxes to KRA.
Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has been summoned to appear before the KRA commissioner to explain where Ksh. 4.5 million deducted from employees went, as it was not remitted to KRA as required.
At least six other counties are expected to follow suit as they are under audit for alleged failure to remit taxes.
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) boss Commissioner James Githii Mburu emphasized that the country does not need to borrow if every Kenyan pays the required share of tax.
Counties and county suppliers are currently under audit, and if found guilty, they will either pay the tax or face tax evasion charges in court.
