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What the Coca-Cola decision means for Input VAT Claims Six months means six months

A recent Tax Appeals Tribunal ruling in Coca-Cola Beverages Limited v Commissioner of Domestic Taxes clarifies that the six-month statutory window for claiming input VAT cannot be extended through an amended return. We examine the critical compliance implications for businesses relying on iTax amendments to correct historical omissions.

5 min read | 17 Sep 2026
TAT reaffirms that input VAT cannot be denied solely on supplier non-compliance Tax Alert

The Kenya Tax Appeals Tribunal (TAT), in Chairmania Events Ltd v Commissioner for Investigation and Enforcement, reaffirmed that the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) cannot disallow a taxpayer’s input VAT claim solely on account of a supplier's alleged non-compliance or "missing trader" status.

09 Sep 2026
What the PBO framework means for tax exemption in Kenya's Non-Profit Sector Beyond registration

To secure and retain exemption, non-profit organizations must satisfy three strict statutory tests organizational, operational, and public benefit while adhering to surplus fund limitations and governance standards. Boards and finance leaders must proactively evaluate operational alignment and documentation to withstand KRA regulatory reviews.

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