The dispute over taxation of card transactions is among Kenya’s longest-running tax battles.
The Finance Act, 2026 has introduced two significant tax changes that directly overturn recent court decisions in Kenya.
The changes affect the withholding tax (WHT) treatment of card transactions and VAT on outsourced labour.
Together, they show Parliament's power to reshape the tax landscape even after courts have spoken.
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