NAIROBI, Kenya – The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has officially appointed George Obell as the Commissioner for the Micro and Small Taxpayers Department (MST), cementing his leadership after serving in an acting capacity since the department’s establishment in March 2025.
With over 28 years in tax administration, Obell brings extensive experience in strategic tax management, policy, and digitalization reforms.
He previously served as Deputy Commissioner for the Medium Taxpayers Office (MTO) and the East & South of Nairobi (E&SON) Tax Service Office, where he spearheaded key initiatives including electronic invoicing systems, data-driven compliance interventions, and risk-based operational strategies.
Obell is also the chair of the African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) VAT Technical Committee and has expertise in digital taxation, transfer pricing, Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS), tax audits, and Exchange of Information (EOI).
Recognized for his leadership in tax reform, he was awarded the Moran of the Order of the Burning Spear (MBS) by the President of Kenya.
Obell holds an MBA and LL.B. from the University of Nairobi and a B.Sc. in Accounting from USIU-Africa.
He is a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK).
The KRA Board and Management expressed confidence that Obell’s leadership will strengthen the Authority’s support for micro and small taxpayers, improve compliance, and foster inclusive economic growth.
