The Kenya Revenue Authority has published the Value Added Tax (Amendment of Rate of Tax) Order 2026, which extends the temporary reduction in the VAT rate from 16% to 8% on:
- Motor Spirit (gasoline) premium;
- Illuminating Kerosene; and
- Gas Oil (automotive, light, amber for high-speed engines).
The reduction was previously applied for a period of 90 days, beginning 15 April 2026. The Order provides that the reduced rate continues to apply from 15 July to 14 October 2026.