In a statement on Thursday, October 22, 2026, KEBS said it conducts 100% inspection of imported used clothing and footwear consignments to ensure they comply with applicable Kenyan standards.
By Morgan WanyonyiThe Finance Bill 2026, proposed several tax changes, including a deemed 5% tax on imported second-hand clothing (mitumba) based on customs value, which traders would pay at the point of importation
By Chrispho OwuorAlthough the National Assembly has 349 members, the voting pattern has become more fluid due to political realignments that blur party lines.
By Bradley BosireSpeaking during a Radio Generation interview on Monday, Otieno defended discussions around wealth tax, transparency, and accountability, arguing that Kenya’s taxation challenges are tied to weak public trust, poor service delivery, and limited transparency in public finance management.
By Chrispho OwuorSpeaking during a press briefing in Nairobi on Monday, the CS said reforms such as a simplified “mitumba” tax regime, reduced phone import taxes, and a shift in filing timelines are aimed at easing business costs, improving efficiency, and boosting revenue collection rather than raising prices, stressing that “there is miscommunication around this.”
By David AbonyoOdhiambo also raises issues with the proposed tax treatment of mitumba imports. The Bill introduces a new Section 12H in the Income Tax Act, which assumes a 5% profit on customs value and requires payment before goods are released by the Kenya Revenue Authority. She says this means a trader bringing in goods worth Sh1 million would pay Sh50,000 whether or not they make profit or loss, calling the approach unfair.
By Chrispho Owuor