Kenya tax, payroll and business guides

Plain-English articles on Kenyan taxes, payroll and compliance.

• 3 Nov 2026 How to switch from employee to self-employed without surprisesLeaving a salary to work for yourself changes your tax, your contributions and your cash flow. Here is a checklist for making the move with fewer shocks.
• 3 Nov 2026 Renovating for rent: which upgrades pay backNot every improvement raises rent enough to justify its cost. Here is how to choose upgrades that pay back, how to budget them and how they are treated for tax.
• 3 Nov 2026 Understanding EAC rules of origin and duty-free tradeGoods made in East Africa can move between member countries with little or no duty, if they qualify. Here is how origin rules work, what proof you need and common pitfalls.
• 3 Nov 2026 How to build a personal tax change logA simple log of the tax changes that affect you saves hours every year. Here is what to record, how to keep it and how it helps with returns, audits and new advisers.
• 3 Nov 2026 Paying tax in instalments with KRA: how it worksIf you cannot pay a tax bill in full, you may be able to agree to pay in instalments. Here is how to ask, what KRA looks for and how to keep the arrangement from collapsing.
• 3 Nov 2026 How to onboard a new supplier or customer safelyA careful first step with a new supplier or customer prevents most disputes later. Here is a simple onboarding process covering checks, terms, accounts and records.
• 2 Nov 2026 How to finance a rental property: mortgage, cash or chamaBuying a rental takes a large sum. Here are the main ways to fund it, what each costs, what lenders look for and how to test whether the rent can carry the loan.
• 2 Nov 2026 How to compare tax rules year on year: a simple methodWhen rules change, the key question is what is different for you. Here is a simple method to compare this year's rules with last year's and see the effect on your pay, costs and filing.
• 2 Nov 2026 How to handle a damaged or short-delivered shipmentCargo does not always arrive as ordered. Here is what to do in the first hours, how to document the loss, who to notify and how to claim from the carrier, supplier or insurer.
• 2 Nov 2026 How to return to work after maternity leave: your rights and payComing back after maternity leave raises questions about your job, your pay, your hours and your health cover. Here is what to check and how to plan a smooth return.
• 2 Nov 2026 Tax for couples who earn separately: what to knowIn Kenya each person is taxed on their own income, whatever their marriage status. Here is what that means for reliefs, property, joint accounts and planning together.
• 2 Nov 2026 Insurance for small businesses: what to considerOne fire, burglary or injury can end a small business. Here are the main kinds of cover, how to decide what you need and how to avoid paying for cover you cannot claim on.