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Kenya

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WHY KENYA?

Kenya presents an array of opportunities due to its growing economy, strategic location in East Africa, and substantial market size with over 50 million people. The government’s support through favorable policies and incentives further enhances the appeal for foreign investment. The country boasts abundant natural resources, which can support various industries, and its thriving tourism sector draws in a significant number of visitors. Additionally, Kenya’s improving infrastructure and access to finance, coupled with a young and skilled workforce, create an attractive environment for entrepreneurial ventures. Nevertheless, it’s crucial to conduct thorough market research and be mindful of cultural factors and potential challenges before embarking on a business venture in Kenya or any other country.

ADVANTAGES​

Kenya is the largest economy in East Africa, with a domestic market of over 50.92 million people (2022). The increasing need for quality goods and services among the urban middle class gives excellent opportunities for businesses to grow in the region by tapping the emerging market.

At the same time, starting a business in Kenya can help you run your company profitably because of the following advantages: 

  • Skilled and youthful workforce (75% of the population is under the age of 35)
  • Improving the Ease of Doing Business environment helps to reduce operation costs
  • Similar benefits like local companies
  • The business and logistic hub of East Africa

Undoubtedly, Vision 2030 has opened the doors for foreign direct investments in Kenya. Special Economic Zones Act, 2015 is one of the initiatives taken by the Kenyan Government.

Kenya has 10 Special Economic Zones (SEZs) that support private manufacturing firms and specified services with incentives.

SIMPLE TAX REGIME​

Pay As You Earn (“PAYE”):

PAYE is deducted monthly at the prevailing individual income tax rates, on or before the 9th of the following month.

Corporation Tax:

  • Resident Companies are taxed at a rate of 30%.
  • Non-resident companies are taxed at a rate of 37.5%.

Installment Tax: Schedule of Installment Tax payments:

  • 25% by the 20th day of the 4th month.
  • 25% by the 20th day of the 6th month.
  • 25% by the 20th day of the 9th month.
  • 25% by the 20th day of the 12th month.

Installment Tax for companies in the Agricultural Sector:

  • 75% which is the first 3 installments, combined and paid by the 20th day of 9th month.
  • 25% is paid by the 20th day of the 12th month.

Value Added Tax (VAT): The two tax rates for VAT are:

  • 16% – general rate of tax and is applicable to taxable goods and taxable services.
  • 8% – On petroleum products except for Liquefied petroleum Gas
  • 0% – applies to supplies or importation of goods and services that are of the description for the time being specified in the Second Schedule of the VAT Act, 2013.