KRA Rolls Out a New Era of Compliance: Income and Expense Validation & Automated Payment Plans
The tax landscape in Kenya is about to shift in a pretty big way — and honestly, this time it’s in a direction that feels more structured, more digital, and definitely more transparent. The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is introducing two major reforms aimed at tightening compliance while giving taxpayers a smoother experience: income and […]
Certificate of Origin Kenya: KRA Enforces Mandatory Rule for All Imports
Understanding the New KRA Regulation Effective Date: October 1, 2025 Background: From Finance Act to Full Implementation Kenya’s import procedures have undergone a major shift following the Finance Act, 2025. The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) now requires every import consignment to be accompanied by a Certificate of Origin Kenya document. This new requirement arises from […]
Financial Storytelling: Turning Data into Strategic Influence
Introduction: Beyond Numbers — The New Language of Leadership Finance has always been the language of business, but today, that language is evolving. The age of spreadsheets, balance sheets, and dashboards has given rise to a more nuanced expectation — the art of financial storytelling. Numbers alone no longer drive decisions. Leaders, boards, and investors […]
The Invisible Hand of Finance Manager in Company Culture
The Unseen Power of a Finance Manager Every organisation has an invisible hand that silently shapes its values, beliefs, and behaviours.It’s not the mission statement on the wall, nor the HR policies in a handbook — it’s the finance department. Finance managers, often perceived as the custodians of numbers, actually hold the keys to organisational […]
From CFO to Chief Value Officer — Redefining the Future of Financial Leadership
For decades, the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) was the guardian of numbers — managing budgets, reporting performance, and ensuring compliance. But the business landscape has shifted.Markets are volatile. Capital is cautious. Stakeholders demand meaning, not just metrics. In this new reality, financial leadership can no longer be about counting value — it must be about […]
Why So Many Organisations Without Cashflow Still Succeed, Until They Don’t.
Many organisations that have existed for decades still struggle to meet their daily cashflow needs, yet they deem themselves successful. Some of these organisations are trapped in large overdrafts and loans, operating year after year with minimal liquidity to show for it. While profitability remains important, cashflow is king. Without it, even the most profitable […]
Why Trustees Must Embrace Strategic Pension Audits in Kenya Now
Kenya’s pension sector is experiencing unprecedented growth. By 2024, total pension assets under management (AUM) had surged to KSh 2.3 trillion, a remarkable 30% increase from the previous year. This milestone positions pensions as the second-largest savings pool in Kenya, underscoring their crucial role in the country’s financial stability and long-term economic development. But with […]
Mental Health Awareness:Employee Well-being at the Heart of HR
Meta Description (SEO Snippet):Discover why employee well-being and mental health must be central to HR strategy. Learn how organizations can build healthier, more productive workplaces. Introduction September marks Mental Health Awareness Month, a global reminder of the importance of prioritizing mental health and well-being in every aspect of life, including the workplace. In today’s fast-paced […]
