President William Ruto has assured Kenyans that the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) will not terrorize citizens will collecting taxes.
Speaking in Mombasa, Ruto stated that his administration was at advanced stage of revamping KRA to make it people friendly.
Ruto’s prouncement aligns with the Government’s commitment to decriminalising entrepreneurship and fostering a pro-business environment, ultimately broadening the tax base.
At the same time, the Head of State revealed that technology such as the national digital identity will be adopted to enhance revenue mobilisation.
The President said public resources will be utilised prudently to drive the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda.
To enhance transparency and accountability, the Government will present to Kenyans an elaborate formal account of how the resources have been used.
“There is no space for wastage and corruption. Our tolerance for corruption is zero,” he said.
Ruto’s assurance came amidst complaints from a section of Keyans over KRA operations.
KRA agents based at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport have been in the limelight on how they handle travellers luggages.
In one instance, a tourist had to pay for her gown after it’s value exceeded $500 capped by the East African Custom laws.
Explaining the situation, KRA noted that the gown was worth $2000.
