Kenya vs South Sudan
Tax Rate Comparison
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π°πͺ Kenya β County & Local Authority Taxes
Kenya's 47 counties levy business permits (single business permit), property rates, and various local service charges. County governments have own-source revenue from markets, parking, land rates, and entertainment taxes. The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) administers national taxes. A housing levy of 1.5% of gross salary (employer+employee) was introduced in 2023. The digital service tax (DST) at 1.5% on digital marketplace revenues was replaced by a significant economic presence tax framework.
πΈπΈ South Sudan β South Sudan Tax System
South Sudan became independent in 2011 and has a nascent tax system. Progressive income tax goes up to 20%. Oil revenue (from Unity and Upper Nile states) constitutes over 95% of government revenue, with non-oil tax collection very limited. Civil war (2013β2018 and ongoing localized conflict) devastated institutions. NRA (National Revenue Authority) is rebuilding capacity with international support.
Kenya vs South Sudan: Key Tax Differences (2026)
π° Income Tax: π°πͺ Kenya has a higher top income tax rate (10β35% vs 0β20%). πΈπΈ South Sudan is more favourable for high earners.
π VAT/Sales Tax: South Sudan has a higher consumption tax (16% vs 18%).
π’ Corporate Tax: πΈπΈ South Sudan offers a lower corporate rate (20% vs 30%), which can influence business location decisions.
π Capital Gains: π°πͺ Kenya taxes investment gains at a lower rate (15% vs 20%), benefiting investors.