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Illicit trade is spiralling out of control; it's time to take decisive action

Counterfeit alcohol and cigarettes impounded by police officers in Vihiga County during a crackdown on shops and bars dealing in second-generation alcohol on July 6, 2015. [File, Standard]

Recent data released by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) on revenue performance for the financial year 2024/2025 provides important insight into the complex challenges facing government efforts to raise and collect revenue to fund the fiscus. While the aggregate numbers indicate a growth of 6.8 per cent with total collections exceeding Sh2.5 trillion, a deeper examination reveals certain concerning undercurrents.

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