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Juggling tax matters and running a business full-time is not an easy feat. At Gichuri & Partners, we offer trusted and expert tax agent services in Kenya, including tax planning, preparation of returns, and overall compliance. Establishing a business in Kenya is one thing, and building it up to see it thrive is another. Between […]
Are you looking for the best auditing services in Kenya? We offer professional audit and assurance services, including statutory, project, forensic, tax, and due diligence audits. Importance of Auditing Services in Kenya If you’re wondering why your business needs auditing services, you are not alone. Many business owners only realize the benefits of internal and […]
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) relies on taxpayers’ self-assessment to declare and pay taxes. KRA’s trust in the taxpayers sustains this system. If the KRA has reasons to believe you are being untruthful, they can demand a tax assessment. This assessment usually comes alongside a demand for unpaid taxes. Receiving a tax assessment demand from KRA […]
Outsource your payroll services to experts and save time, reduce risks, and stay compliant. Let us handle your payroll needs while you focus on growing your business. It’s no secret that payroll and personnel management are some of the most time-consuming commitments in a business. Whether you are a small retail establishment, a medium-sized startup, […]
Are you looking for the best auditing services in Kenya? We offer professional audit and assurance services, including statutory, project, forensic, tax, and due diligence audits. If you’re wondering why your business needs auditing services, you are not alone. Many business owners only realize the benefits of internal and external audits after consulting with experts. […]
Disputes with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) are different, depending on what kind of taxpayer you are. It could be an unfair penalty for a missed deadline, unexplained interest on a tax obligation you’re unaware of, or disagreements on the payable taxes. Sometimes, you can explain your case to KRA, and it will be enough, […]
Tax disputes with KRA are stressful. Litigation through the Tax Appeals Tribunal and other judicial courts is one of the go-to processes to resolve these disagreements. However, this litigation process can be overwhelming, expensive, and time-consuming. That’s where KRA’s Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) comes in. With ADR, you don’t have to sit through the overly […]
Businesses that are under a common ownership and control don’t always use the same prices for goods and services. A multinational company with subsidiaries and branches in different jurisdictions might have varying prices for similar goods and services. For instance, Total Energies in Kenya might sell one litre of petroleum for $2 while the same […]
Tax penalties and interests are a headache for Kenyan taxpayers because they add to their tax liabilities. They are a financial burden that leads to operational and legal constraints. Whether you’re an individual taxpayer or a business owner, these punitive charges are bad news. If you’re struggling with KRA penalties and interests, you don’t have […]
When the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) takes an enforcement action, it’s fast and aggressive. Bank account freezes are among the most punitive methods the tax authority uses to recover tax debts, address additional liabilities, or suspected non-compliance. Once your bank account is frozen by KRA, you lose immediate access to your funds. You can’t withdraw, […]
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Real Cases, Real Result: Real-Life Examples of Tax Disputes Resolved Through ADR in Kenya. The Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanism has been in place since 2015, when it was proposed as an efficient, voluntary, and confidential way for taxpayers to resolve tax disputes with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). It was later strengthened in 2020 […]
Recent reports have alleged that more taxpayers are embracing the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanism, and it’s easy to understand why. ADR is faster, cost-effective, confidential, and less formal. However, being less formal doesn’t mean that this process has no legal timelines and procedures. While it’s not as rigid as arbitration, it remains a facilitated […]
So you’ve been disputing a tax assessment with KRA, and the time has come to proceed beyond the objection stage. When it comes to escalating a tax dispute beyond this level, taxpayers have to consider alternative dispute resolution and litigation at the Tax Appeals Tribunal (TAT). The next big question becomes procedural: do I escalate […]
The Cost of Hiring a KRA Tax Agent in Kenya – Is It Worth It? As a taxpayer, it’s crucial to know the cost of obtaining professional tax services in Kenya. Whether you are an individual, SME, property manager, an NGO, or a large company, it helps to know the cost of hiring a KRA […]
Receiving a negative objection decision from the KRA is typically the beginning of a stressful journey for most taxpayers in Kenya. There is a mixture of frustration, feelings of injustice, panic, and anxiety about what’s ahead. It’s overwhelming to consider the potential penalties and unfair tax amounts. While some taxpayers dwell on how unfair and […]
No business proceeds to the Tax Appeals Tribunal thinking they will lose a case. Why waste time and resources anyway? While a significant number of taxpayers win, the TAT records over the years paint an alarming picture; several Kenyan businesses walk away with the very tax assessment they were trying to fight, plus additional costs. […]