Data a powerful weapon in financial crimes fight

Strategic data sharing is a governance philosophy, reflecting Kenya’s broader commitment to transparency, accountability, and equity in public finance.

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At the recent Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Summit, I had the privilege of joining fellow panellists to discuss how strategic data exchange is transforming public finance.

The conversation reaffirmed a lesson I have learned throughout my years in tax administration, that the future of effective revenue management depends on how well institutions connect, share information responsibly, and use data to build trust, protect revenue, and strengthen governance.

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