Kenya tax, payroll and business guides

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

• 31 Oct 2026 Understanding property valuation in KenyaA valuation affects what you pay, what you borrow and what tax you owe. Here is how valuers work, what different kinds of valuation are for and how to read a report.
• 31 Oct 2026 What happens after a court or tribunal ruling in a tax caseA tax case decision can change how a rule is applied, but not always straight away. Here is how rulings work, what they mean for ordinary taxpayers and how to follow them.
• 31 Oct 2026 How to protect your business from fraud and theftSmall businesses lose money to theft, fake payments and dishonest suppliers every year. Here are practical controls that cost little and make losses much harder.
• 31 Oct 2026 The difference between tax avoidance and tax evasionLowering your tax legally is smart; hiding income is a crime. Here is where the line sits, with everyday examples of planning that is fine and behaviour that is not.
• 31 Oct 2026 Importing food and beverages: permits, inspections and labellingFood imports face more checks than most goods. Here is how permits, inspections, shelf life and labelling work, and how to avoid cargo being held or rejected.
• 30 Oct 2026 How to handle tax when you receive money from abroadMoney from relatives, clients or investments overseas is not always taxable, but it is not always free of tax either. Here is how to tell the difference and keep clean records.
• 30 Oct 2026 How to import furniture and home goodsFurniture is bulky, fragile and easy to underprice. Here is how duty is worked out, how to ship and protect it, and how to price it for the Kenyan market.
• 30 Oct 2026 Landlord and tenant communication: habits that prevent problemsMost rental conflicts start as small misunderstandings that grew because nobody spoke or wrote clearly. Here are communication habits that keep a tenancy smooth.
• 30 Oct 2026 Choosing between cash allowances and benefits in kindWould you rather have a housing allowance or a company house, a transport allowance or a car? The tax and the value differ. Here is how to compare them fairly.
• 30 Oct 2026 Festive season planning for small businesses: stock, staff and cashThe festive season can make or break a year. Here is a plan for forecasting demand, ordering stock, hiring seasonal staff and keeping cash safe through the rush and the quiet that follows.
• 30 Oct 2026 Why tax rates change, and how to keep upTax rates and rules change often, and every change reaches you through payroll, invoices and prices. Here is why they change and a simple system for keeping up.
• 29 Oct 2026 How to know if a tax rumour is trueEvery year rumours about new taxes spread faster than the facts. Here is a simple method for checking a claim, finding the source and deciding whether to act.