The Standard Group Plc is a
multi-media organization with investments in media platforms spanning newspaper
print operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The
Standard Group is recognized as a leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key
influence in matters of national and international interest.
KRA Commissioner General John Njiraini. (Photo: Fidelis Kabunyi/Standard)
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has made Sh4.7 billion in taxes from the gambling craze that has gripped the nation.
According to the taxman’s domestic data base, eight major players in the betting sector will help more than double the taxes from the sector from Sh1.2 billion in 2015/16 to Sh3.8 billion in the current financial year.
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