A businessman, Clement Nzangi, has been charged at the Milimani Law Courts for violating the provisions of the Excise Duty Act, resulting in a tax loss of Kshs 5,723,990. Nzangi was accused of manufacturing alcoholic products without a license at a premise located in Marurui area, Nairobi County.
During the raid, authorities confiscated three (3) drums of ethanol (each containing 250 liters), 19,564 bottles of assorted alcoholic beverages, 23,000 counterfeit excise stamps, 14,120 empty bottles, various bottle caps and closures, and three (3) blending tanks.
Nzangi appeared before Chief Magistrate Hon. Susan Shitubi and denied the charges. He was released on a cash bail of Kshs 1,000,000 or an alternative bond of Kshs 2,000,000 with one surety. The case is set for mention on 23rd October 2024.
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), in collaboration with other government agencies, remains vigilant in curbing the trade of illicit goods. The KRA reiterated its commitment to building taxpayers’ trust and enhancing compliance to ensure a smoother taxpaying experience.
