Kenya Extends Temporarily Reduced VAT Rate on Certain Fuels

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.