Kenya — VAT News

Manufacturers Warn Finance Bill 2026 VAT Changes Could Raise Phone and Electric Motorcycle Prices in Kenya

The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) has warned that proposed VAT changes in the Finance Bill 2026, currently before Parliament, could increase the cost of mobile phones, electric motorcycles, and other digital devices, according to a report by Dawan Africa.

Court Decision·Jan 7

Kenyan High Court Rules Digital Platform Controlling Transactions Liable for VAT on Full Payment

Kenya's High Court overturned Tax Appeals Tribunal decision, holding digital platform operator Sendy Limited liable for VAT on full customer amounts where it exercises transactional control, upholding KES 82.2 million assessment.

Court Decision·Nov 1 2025

Kenyan High Court Upholds VAT Exemption for Insurer Disposal of Salvage Vehicles

The Kenyan High Court ruled that insurance companies' disposal of salvage motor vehicles remains VAT-exempt, treating the sale and indemnity as a single economic supply that cannot be separated without altering the insurance transaction's nature.

Policy Development·Jun 16

Manufacturers Warn Finance Bill 2026 VAT Changes Could Raise Phone and Electric Motorcycle Prices in Kenya

Court Decision·Jan 7

Kenyan High Court Rules Digital Platform Controlling Transactions Liable for VAT on Full Payment

Court Decision·Nov 1 2025

Kenyan High Court Upholds VAT Exemption for Insurer Disposal of Salvage Vehicles

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