The Kenya Revenue Authority's Customs and Border Control Department has exceeded its annual revenue target for the fiscal year 2025/26, collecting a total of KSh 988.78 billion. This performance represents 100.8% of the set target of KSh 980.794 billion and marks a 12.4% increase compared to the previous year.

June 2026 was a standout month, recording the highest-ever monthly customs revenue in Kenya's history at KSh 89.079 billion, achieving 108% of the monthly target. Key contributors included the Road Maintenance Levy, VAT on imports, import duties, import declaration fees, railway development levy, and excise duties on imports.

Consistent Growth and Broad-Based Gains

  • Eight months in the fiscal year surpassed monthly targets: July, September, October, December, February, March, May, and June.
  • Non-oil tax collections increased by 14.3% to KSh 618.397 billion.
  • Oil-related taxes grew by 9.5%, reaching KSh 370.383 billion.
  • Businesses under the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) program contributed 28% of total customs revenue, highlighting the impact of trusted trader initiatives.

Lilian Nyawanda, Commissioner for Customs and Border Control, attributed the success to the ongoing customs modernization program, emphasizing the balance between facilitating trade and mobilizing revenue.

Digital Innovations and International Collaboration

KRA's achievements were supported by several reforms, including a Memorandum of Understanding with India's Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) for real-time electronic exchange of customs data. This partnership aims to expedite cargo clearance and enhance supply chain security.

Domestically, KRA introduced the eCustoms Mobile Application to lower compliance costs for cross-border traders and deployed body-worn cameras to boost transparency among customs officers.

Looking forward, KRA plans to upgrade its Integrated Customs Management System (iCMS) and implement the Trade Logistics Information Pipeline (TLIP), a blockchain-based platform designed to streamline paperless cross-border trade by connecting clearing agents, logistics providers, and government agencies.