Tax literacy to be taught from a younger age

The Kenyan Revenue Authority will collaborate with the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) to promote tax literacy among learners in the country.

This collaboration will include the development of e-materials of taxes designed for students based on the Competency Based Curriculum (CBC).

By incorporating tax lessons into subjects such as business studies, mathematics, English, Kiswahili and social studies, the aim is to provide students with a basic understanding of taxation and its implications. and society.

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During a meeting with KICD leaders, KRA Commissioner General Humphrey Wattanga on Tuesday stressed the importance of introducing tax education from childhood. He highlighted the impact of taxes on individuals and society, stressing the importance of helping young people understand tax issues early.

“By learning about taxes from an early age, students become informed and responsible citizens, thereby contributing to the long-term evolution of society’s use of the tax system The right and good point,” said Mr. Wattanga.

The collaboration between KRA and KICD will start from primary and secondary school students to high school, targeting potential taxpayers.

Dr. Samuel Obudho, the senior vice president of TVET, highlighted the value of collaboration in reaching a wider audience. He described the development of modern digital tax education content and simulation environments to influence students’ thinking and behavior about taxes.

“This collaboration provides an effective method for KRA to reach a wider audience,” Dr. Obudho said.

The electronic content produced under this partnership will be for students at different educational levels and the general public, and promote the concept of responsibility in the tax system.