Event report
Webinar : Understanding and Complying with Kenya's Significant Economic Presence (SEP) with Tarra Agility Africa
Online session: Kenya’s proposed Significant Economic Presence (SEP) tax regulations, designed to modernize the tax framework for the digital economy.
The French Chamber of Commerce in Kenya recently hosted a webinar on Kenya’s Digital Tax Shift, in partnership with our Gold Member, Tarra Agility Africa, bringing together professionals interested in the evolving taxation of the digital economy.
The session focused on Kenya’s proposed Significant Economic Presence (SEP) tax regulations, which aim to modernize the tax framework by moving beyond traditional physical presence rules. The discussion highlighted how value creation in the digital economy increasingly occurs without a local footprint.
Key aspects of the SEP regime were explored, including the deemed profit model, registration obligations for non-residents, applicable exemptions, and the enforcement role of the Kenya Revenue Authority.
The webinar also addressed legal and practical challenges, such as double taxation risks and the importance of robust transfer pricing documentation in managing compliance and dispute exposure.
An interactive Q&A session provided valuable insights into compliance requirements, withholding tax implications, enforcement risks, and the potential impact on investment and pricing strategies.
The Chamber warmly thanks Tarra Agility Africa, CPA Judy M., and all participants for contributing to a timely and insightful discussion on digital tax reforms in Kenya.
