‎Historic Milestone: KRA Surpasses Ksh 2 Trillion in Revenue Mark  Amid Strong Kenya Economic Growth

By Gedion Nzyoki -

  • The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has surpassed Ksh 2 trillion in revenue for FY 2025/26, collecting Ksh 2.038 trillion between July and March
  • ‎Strong growth came from customs, domestic taxes, and agency revenue, supported by digital tools such as WhatsApp Tax Filing and Shuru GPT
  • ‎KRA now aims for an ambitious Ksh 2.97 trillion target for the full financial year

NAIROBI, KENYA — April 7, 2026 — The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has officially surpassed the Ksh 2 trillion revenue mark for the current financial year, reflecting robust economic activity and improved tax compliance nationwide.

Photo collage showing KRA’s latest revenue report released on Tuesday alongside a view of the Authority’s premises. (Photo: Courtesy)

‎According to the latest revenue report released and seen by The Daily Brief, KRA collected Ksh 2.038 trillion between July 2025 and March 2026, achieving 96.1% of its target of Ksh 2.122 trillion. This marks an 11.4% increase compared to Ksh 1.829 trillion collected during the same period in Financial Year 2024/25.

‎‎Drivers Behind the Revenue Surge

‎The Authority has recorded strong revenue growth in the first three quarters of the financial year, largely driven by enhanced compliance measures and the adoption of digital innovations in tax collection.

Customs and Border Control led the gains, collecting Ksh 733.7 billion, which not only exceeded the set target but also represented a 13.3% increase compared to the same period last year. This growth reflects more efficient border operations and streamlined cargo clearance processes.

‎Domestic taxes also posted significant growth, bringing in Ksh 1.301 trillion, a 10.4% increase from the previous year. 

The rise was driven by improved compliance among businesses and individuals, supported by digital tools that simplify tax filing and reporting.

‎Agency revenue, which includes fees, licenses, and other government charges collected on behalf of various entities, grew by 10.7% to Ksh 204.452 billion, surpassing the target set for the period. This highlights the effectiveness of targeted collection strategies across multiple government agencies.


Graphical representation of the Authority’s revenue growth momentum. (Photo: Screenshot from the Revenue Report)

Overall,exchequer revenue, the total funds remitted to the national treasury, reached Ksh 1.834 trillion, achieving 95.5% of its target and marking an 11.5% increase compared to FY 2024/25.

‎These gains are underpinned by strong macroeconomic indicators. Kenya’s GDP grew by 4.9% in Q3 2025, up from 4.2% the previous year, while inflation remained moderate at 4.4% in March 2026. 

Key contributors included food and non-alcoholic beverages (7.7%), transport (3.8%), and housing & utilities (2.0%). The average exchange rate was Ksh 129.23 per USD.

‎KRA continues to harness technology to enhance compliance and improve service delivery nationwide. 

The Electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS) has strengthened VAT controls and ensured transaction-level accountability, while the GavaConnect Developer Portal has onboarded over 2,500 developers, enabling seamless integration of tax services into business systems.

‎Innovative AI-powered solutions, including WhatsApp Tax Filing and Shuru GPT, allow taxpayers to access pre-filled returns, invoices, and compliance certificates directly via WhatsApp, simplifying and speeding up tax processes. USSD services (*222#5#) further expand access for both feature phone and smartphone users.

‎On the customs front, the Centralized Release Office has streamlined cargo clearance, contributing to a 16.9% increase in customs and non-oil revenue. The Bank Agent Model extends KRA’s reach to underserved areas, while body-worn cameras at verification points enhance transparency and accountability, reinforcing public trust in the Authority’s operations.

‎KRA's Bold Revenue Ambition: Ksh 2.97 Trillion Target.

‎The Revenue collecting body has set an ambitious annual revenue target of Ksh 2.97 trillion for FY 2025/26. Officials say the authority will sustain growth by intensifying compliance interventions, enhancing taxpayer engagement, and boosting collections across both domestic taxes and customs revenue.

‎This historic milestone comes shortly after the authority unveiled its WhatsApp-based tax filing solution, marking a significant step in the Authority’s digital transformation journey

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