KRA to ditch Excel for web-based tax filing system

Author: Julians AmbokoPublished on: July 9, 2026Country: Kenya

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KRA to ditch Excel for web-based tax filing system

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) plans to overhaul income tax filing by replacing Excel downloads with a web-based system, following Finance Act 2026 changes. Effective January 1, 2027, natural persons must file by April 30 and non-natural persons by June 30. KRA also introduced WhatsApp filing in April 2026. Official Josephine Mugure stated the simplified web system will roll out in 2027.

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