To develop, regulate and promote an internationally recognized accountancy profession that upholds public interest through capacity building, advocacy, innovation and sustainable practices.
THE INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA
(Established under the Accountant Act, Laws of Kenya)
Taxation Workshop (Coast Branch) Mandatory Training
Date: 4th-5th December 2025
Time: 09.00am -3.30pm
Venue: City Blue Creekside Hotel, Mombasa
(This is one of the mandatory training courses for Practicing Certificate consideration)
Overview
Tax revenue is the main source of revenue for financing government programs and operations in any jurisdiction. In Kenya, recent tax measures instituted by the Kenya kwanza administration have elicited robust debates among citizens sometimes leading to public protest like the one witnessed in June 2024. Opponents of the recent tax laws have pointed out that the increased taxes have led to the relocation of many multinational firms to neighbouring countries citing increased cost of doing business arising from high levels of taxation in Kenya.
It therefore goes without saying that taxation impacts significantly on the operating environment of businesses in any jurisdiction. In Kenya, the various tax measures that have been put in place and increased complexities arising from compliance to the new tax laws and regulation is a major challenge to many taxpayers. This has often led to the closure of several local businesses and has adversely affected the continuity of a significant number of well-established firms. Because of this, some firms have been forced to hire or establish tax departments to ensure tax compliance. Non-compliance to tax laws not only attracts costly tax penalties and fines but also limits business opportunities with public sector entities where tax compliance certificate is one of the key prerequisites.
It is against this background that the Institute has organized a two-day physical training designed to strengthen the practical knowledge and application of taxation laws for ICPAK members and relevant public finance professionals. It will provide deep insights into key tax laws while highlighting recent tax measures and developments and emerging tax issues relevant to Kenyan firms and persons. To guide the discussion during the Seminar, the following topics of discussion will form the focus of this very important workshop:
Emerging Tax Issues: Trends and Future Outlook
The digital economy
In-Depth Technical Session: Corporate Tax, VAT, PAYE, and Withholding Tax
Effective Tax Risk Management Strategies
Recent Tax Law Changes: Implications for Businesses
Target Audience:
This workshop will be useful to all professional Accountants and those aspiring to join the profession.
Continuous Professional Development Units (CPD UNITS):
Members of ICPAK and those from reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 14 Structured CPD Units upon successfully completion of the workshop.
Financial Commitment:
The workshop charges are Kes. 10,000. Charges will cater for the workshop fees, learning materials, and e-certificates of attendance.
Online Booking:
Registration: Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for the workshop is mandatory on https://www.icpak.com/event-registration/Online Booking We call on workshop participants to note that booking is available only online at www.icpak.com and will close one day before the training session. Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for the training is mandatory.
National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) Reimbursement:
The Institute is registered as a trainer with National Industrial Training Authority. The Institute’s registration number is DIT/TRN/47. Participants who are registered levy contributors should apply to NITA for reimbursement of their fees. Please note that this is applicable for Kenyan citizens only and subject to NITA regulations. Remember that to qualify you should apply to NITA for approval prior to the date of the conference. Further details can be obtained from their website (www.nita.go.ke)
Further requests can be channeled to us via telephone calls on, +254 0732352476 , or via email to Ainan Mohamed at ainan.mohamed@icpak.com with a copy to memberservices@icpak.com.
We encourage members to regularly visit our website https://www.icpak.com for updates.
To develop, regulate and promote an internationally recognized accountancy profession that upholds public interest through capacity building, advocacy, innovation and sustainable practices.
