The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has partnered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) to promote professionalism in handling tax matters, streamlining tax processes, and enhancing compliance efforts.
- The institutions have agreed to work together to address professional malpractices in tax matters and provide continuous capacity building for KRA staff and tax experts to ensure efficient tax administration.
- According to a statement, will collaborate to recruit and train MSMEs on tax-related matters, aiming to enhance compliance within this important segment of the economy.
- The collaboration between the two will extend to various areas, including the development and implementation of tax policies.
“ICPAK members, as taxpayers, tax agents, tax advisors, or accountants in employment, have continued to play a significant role in enhancing tax compliance and revenue collection in Kenya,” said KRA Commissioner General Humphrey Wattanga.
ICPAK Council Chairman, CPA Philip Kakai said that the Institute has been at the forefront in proposing policy recommendations on taxation for consideration.