The push to create an all-powerful KRA has emanated from pressure to improve domestic revenue mobilization, which has underperformed, by enhancing enforcement action.
By
Kepha Muiruri
Business Reporter
Nation Media Group
Members of Parliament have foiled fresh attempts to increase the powers of the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Commissioner General, including granting the taxman sweeping powers on asset seizures.
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