{
  "id": 14926268,
  "title": "Government extends 8% VAT on petroleum products by 90 days",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/government-extends-8-vat-on-petroleum-products-by-90-days",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-16T09:54:49.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "KBC",
    "slug": "kbc",
    "url": "https://www.kbc.co.ke/government-extends-8-vat-on-petroleum-products-by-90-days/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "President William Ruto has signed a new law extending the 8% Value Added Tax on fuel for an additional 90 days. This extension, effective October 15, 2026, aims to provide relief to Kenyans amid rising fuel prices. The government explains that the VAT reduction on petroleum products, previously lowered from 16%, is intended to mitigate the impact of high fuel costs. The Kenya Power and Lighting Company (EPRA) has already factored this tax increase into its latest monthly fuel review, with a litre of super petrol rising by Ksh 12.93, diesel by Ksh 9.90, and kerosene by Ksh 28.49.\n\nThe Tax Laws Amendment Bill 2026 also includes reforms to excise duties on tiles, sanitary ware, and glass products. These measures are designed to reduce construction costs, stimulate the housing sector, and generate employment opportunities. Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wa indicated that the extension is contingent on the resolution of the ongoing war in the Middle East. If the conflict persists, the government may extend the VAT period by an additional three months, pending a review of the situation.\n\nAdditionally, President Ruto signed the Kenya Revenue Authority (Amendment) Act, which seeks to bolster the efficiency and revenue collection capabilities of the KRA. This legislation enhances the authority's governance and operational capacity, allowing for improved financial performance without raising taxes.",
  "summary": "President William Ruto has signed into law the Tax Laws Amendment Bill 2026 extending the 8% Value Added Tax on fuel for another 90 days. The new law which is effective October 15, 2026 extends the reduction of VAT on petroleum products from the previous 16% in what the government says is meant to cushion […] The post Government extends 8% VAT on petroleum products by 90 days appeared first on…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}