NAIROBI, Kenya – Kenya’s revenue collection has reached Sh2.112 trillion as of April 30, 2025, marking a 6.1% increase compared to the same period last year, despite facing macroeconomic challenges.
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) reported strong growth across several sectors, with domestic taxes accounting for a significant portion of the total, contributing Sh1.386 trillion, up 4.7% from Sh1.323 trillion in the previous year.
KRA’s performance signals continued progress towards its target of Sh2.189 trillion, achieving 96.5% of this goal, despite slower GDP growth and subdued private sector activity.
The 11.4% growth in total revenue from Sh1.990 trillion in 2024 reflects the resilience of the tax system, even as the country faced challenges such as a 1.6% decline in import values and a slow adjustment of commercial bank lending rates.
Customs revenue stood out with a 9.1% increase, totaling Sh722.743 billion, driven by improved cargo clearance processes and the establishment of a Centralised Release Office.
The Authority attributed part of the growth to successful digital and compliance initiatives, including the launch of the Electronic Rental Income Tax System (eRITS) and the continued uptake of the Tax Amnesty Programme, which generated Sh13.5 billion.
Despite these challenges, KRA’s efforts in boosting VAT compliance through the Electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS) have contributed to improving revenue collection and addressing fraud.
Additionally, over Sh53.8 billion was offset through tax adjustment vouchers, reducing cash collections but helping ease the burden on taxpayers.
KRA is targeting a total revenue collection of Sh2.668 trillion by the end of the 2024/2025 financial year, with Commissioner General James Kariuki stressing the importance of continued growth to maintain economic stability.
