Why traders are protesting new Sh3.2m KRA container tax New customs benchmarks raise import costs for traders using shared containers. News 17 min ago
Small-scale traders are planning weekly Friday protests after the Kenya Revenue Authority raised the benchmark tax on consolidated imports by 28 per cent, warning the increase will squeeze thin margins and raise prices.5 million benchmark for a 40-foot container had remained unchanged for six years.
The traders, under the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Alliance of Kenya, want KRA to suspend the new rates and hold consultations with businesses.
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