Annual Tax Convention: Navigating Kenya�s Evolving Tax Landscape: Turning Compliance, Innovation and Sustainable Growth into Strategic Advantage

Kenya’s tax environment is changing fast, and the cost of being unprepared is rising. As the government intensifies domestic revenue mobilization through new legislation, enhanced tax administration and accelerated digitalization, organizations must do more than simply comply. They must understand the changes early, anticipate their impact and turn tax compliance into a strategic business advantage.

The Finance Act 2026, ongoing tax reforms and evolving Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) practices will have practical implications for decision-making, reporting, cash flow, governance and risk management. For finance teams, tax practitioners and business leaders, the key question is no longer whether the tax landscape is changing; it is whether your organization is ready to respond confidently, efficiently and strategically.

SKM’s Tax Convention 2026 is designed as a practical, engaging and insight-rich forum for finance professionals, tax practitioners, business leaders, policymakers and industry experts. Set in Mombasa, the convention will provide a focused environment for expert-led learning, peer exchange, regulator–taxpayer dialogue and practical conversations on how organizations can remain compliant, reduce tax exposure, embrace innovation and support sustainable growth.

Critical Conversations on the 2026 Tax Agenda

• What the Finance Act 2026 means in practice for businesses, taxpayers and finance leaders.
• How emerging KRA compliance initiatives, digital taxation and enforcement trends may affect your organization.
• Practical updates on corporate income tax, VAT, transfer pricing, customs and excise duties.
• Proven approaches to tax risk management, dispute prevention and effective engagement with revenue authorities.
• How technology, automation and data-driven reporting can improve accuracy, efficiency and audit readiness.
• Tax planning strategies that support compliance, cash-flow management and long-term business sustainability.
• International taxation developments and what they mean for Kenyan businesses operating in a connected economy.
• How to build a resilient tax function through stronger governance, capacity building and strategic leadership.

Target Audience

The Annual Tax Convention is designed for:

• Tax Partners, Consultants, and Advisors
• Chief Finance Officers (CFOs), Finance Directors, and Finance Managers
• Finance and Accounting Professionals
• Tax Managers and Tax Compliance Officers
• Internal Auditors and Risk Management Professionals
• Chief Accountants, Bursars, and Finance Officers
• Business Owners and Senior Executives
• Legal Practitioners and Corporate Secretaries
• Public Sector Finance Professionals
• Regulatory Bodies, Professional Associations, and Policymakers

Why You Should Attend

This is not just another tax update. It is a strategic forum for professionals and organizations that want to understand change before it becomes a compliance challenge. Participants will be able to:

• Decode the Finance Act 2026 and understand what the changes mean for day-to-day business decisions.
• Avoid costly compliance surprises by strengthening tax governance, documentation and reporting processes.
• Learn practical ways to manage tax risks, prevent disputes and respond more effectively to KRA queries and audits.
• Explore digital tools and automation opportunities that can make tax compliance faster, cleaner and more reliable.
• Engage with leading tax experts, regulators, policymakers and industry peers in meaningful, practical discussions.
• Benchmark your organization’s tax function against emerging best practices across sectors.
• Leave with practical strategies to help your organization stay compliant, competitive and future-ready.