Value Added Tax (VAT) Webinar March 2026

INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA
(Established under the Accountants Act, Laws of Kenya)

Value Added Tax (VAT) Webinar
Date: 17th March 2026
Time: 4.00pm-6.00pm
Mode of Delivery: Virtual

Overview

Value Added Tax remains among the top revenue earners for governments, and its operations have continued to affect the financial and compliance environment in which businesses operate. This has been heightened by constant policy changes, changing interpretations, and the introduction of digital systems and enforcement methods adopted by the Kenya Revenue Authority. In this respect, this ICPAK webinar provides an opportunity for professionals to gain an in-depth understanding of VAT concepts, legislative updates, and current best practices in ensuring correct reporting and compliance with statutory requirements.

The session is designed to address common challenges faced by taxpayers, such as classification of supplies, input tax recovery, VAT on imported services, and how to navigate the complexities introduced by electronic invoicing and real-time reporting systems. Participants will understand the impact of non-compliance, audit risks, and ways of enhancing internal controls in VAT processes. The webinar also aims to foster discussions on topical trends, including VAT updates that may affect specific industries, new developments in global best tax practices, and how technology can be applied in managing VAT.

The training will draw together accountants, auditors, tax practitioners, finance managers, and compliance officers who wish to enhance their professional competencies and ensure full compliance with emerging VAT requirements. The webinar will take participants through expert facilitation, real-life scenarios, and practical guidance to adequately equip them with the skills needed to correctly interpret VAT rules, manage compliance risks, and ultimately facilitate organizational decision-making. In the end, the webinar reinforces ICPAK’s mandate in promoting continuous professional development through providing a platform to enhance competencies in an area that remains at the core of financial governance.

Topics to Be Discussed

1. Overview of VAT Law and Fundamental Concepts
2. Classification of Taxable, Exempt, and Zero-Rated Supplies
3. Input Tax Deduction Rules and Common Pitfalls
4. VAT Reporting Obligations and Return Filing Requirements
5. VAT on Imported Goods and Imported Services
6. Electronic Tax Invoice Management (eTIMS) Compliance
7. VAT Audits, Disputes, and Engagement with KRA
8. Industry-Specific VAT Considerations
9. Emerging Changes in VAT Legislation and Policy

Target Audience

ICPAK Members ,Accountants ,Tax practitioners ,Members of Boards in public and private corporations, Chief Finance Officers, Finance Directors and Managers, Private and Public Audit Practitioners, Public Sector Accountants, Transaction Advisors, Engagement Partners and Key Audit staff, Banking, Financial services sector Accountants, Internal Auditors, Tax Practitioners, Professionals working in Government and private sectors, Accountants in Academia, current and potential members of ICPAK, members of other professional associations

Continuous Professional Development Units (CPD UNITS):

Members of ICPAK and reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 2 Structured CPD Units upon successfully completion of the virtual symposium.

Financial Commitment

The symposium charges are Kshs 1,000.

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 interested participants to note that booking for the event is available online at www.icpak.com  and will close two hours before the training session.

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, +254 719 074 100,/0719 074 221  or via email to Fredrick Otwori  at fredrick.otwori@icpak.com with a copy to marketing@icpak.com.

We encourage members to regularly visit our website https://www.icpak.com for updates.