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Scrap metal transactions will no longer attract VAT under the Finance Bill 2026. A straightforward 1.5% withholding income tax will now handle the tax obligation. Less paperwork, fewer disputes, and a simpler environment for legitimate dealers. #FinanceBill2026.

If your only income is your salary and your employer already deducts PAYE every month, you owe zero additional instalment tax under the Finance Bill 2026. Employed Kenyans on PAYE have nothing extra to pay KRA at the end of the year. #FinanceBill2026.

Freehold land will not attract annual rent or tax. It will not automatically become leasehold. No new national property tax on landowners has been introduced. These claims are false. None appear in the Finance Bill 2026. #FinanceBill2026.

Good news for mitumba traders. Under the Finance Bill 2026, VAT on second-hand clothes will be charged only once at the port of entry. Once goods are in the market, traders sell to customers without adding VAT. No double taxation. #FinanceBill2026.

I had a meeting with Dundori Ward residents reviewing our development agenda since 2022. Kanduma once known for darkness, now has electricity. Schools in Mikeu, Tabuga & Mwiruti are upgraded, and a modern National Government market is coming soon. Real progress, real impact.

@MaryMaingi_MP From Mwea with love for the earth. Thank you for this reminder, Hon. Mary Maingi.

In all that you do, be inspired by nature for the climate and for our future. Take care of the environment in every way you can, because our future is closely tied to how well we protect and preserve it. Happy World #environment Day

President William Ruto, Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, has today announced key postings, promotions and appointments in the Kenya Defence Forces on the recommendation of the Defence Council.

Lichota Passenger Terminal at Lichota Air strip in Migori County is being upgraded into a modern Class B international airport. Tax Yetu inafanya kazi kila mtu anaona. ✌️

You haven't really struggled until you've had to sleep in someone's house knowing they don't want you there. In that case, you sleep in the sitting room, and you have to wake up very early in the morning so they don't wake up before you. May everyone out there win in life.

It's my responsibility to remind you that TUTAM is inevitable!

🦷We are changing the fluorosis story — one smile at a time. Fluorosis is the brown discoloration of teeth caused by excess fluoride during tooth development. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀? 𝗪𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗵 𝘄𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘀𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗯𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀. Whether you’re looking for a subtle improvement or a complete smile transformation, we’re here to help💪🏾! Talk to us today 📲 0119384741 / 0740187579 Smiles sponsored by @tabasamtoto #arrowdental

External landscaping zones at Kakamega Referral Hospital will feature indigenous trees to create a serene and soothing environment. Afya Bora County037 #GovernorBarasaDelivers.

Specialized pressure valves are being integrated into the medical gas distribution network across Kakamega Referral Hospital levels. Afya Bora County037 #GovernorBarasaDelivers.

The main cafeteria kitchen area at Kakamega Referral Hospital is being fitted with industrial-grade stainless steel grease traps. Afya Bora County037 #GovernorBarasaDelivers.

Did you know? VAT on mitumba (second-hand clothes) is only charged once at importation. This means traders won’t be taxed again when reselling locally, helping avoid double taxation, supporting small businesses, and keeping clothing more affordable for consumers. #FinanceBill2026

Travelling abroad just got easier. You can now bring up to USD 2,000.worth of goods into Kenya duty-free, up from USD 300. This adjustment eases the cost burden for travellers, especially those in the diaspora, and allows smoother movement of personal items, gifts, and purchases

Families of deceased pensioners will continue to receive pension benefits without tax deductions, now clearly stated in law under the Finance Bill 2026. This provides clarity, protects full entitlements, and strengthens financial security for dependents during difficult times.

Phone Tax Cut The Finance Bill 2026 cuts the tax burden on mobile phones from 55.5% to just 25%. Five stacked taxes replaced by one single activation charge. Smartphones are about to become more affordable for millions of Kenyans.

Mobile Phone Import Levies The Import Declaration Fee and Railway Development Levy on mobile phones are being removed under the Finance Bill 2026. This is part of the broader move to replace five phone taxes with a single 25% activation tax.