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Property Tax 101: Navigating Stamp Duty and Capital Gains in 2026
By Elizabeth Costabir2026-02-1216 min read
Taxation in the Digital Era
The 2026 tax landscape is stricter. Key figures for investors:
- Stamp Duty: 4% for urban areas, 2% for rural.
- Capital Gains Tax (CGT): Maintains at 15% of the net gain.
- Digital Asset Tax: While the 3% DAT was repealed, a 10% excise duty now applies to fees charged by property crowdfunding platforms.
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Elizabeth Costabir
Senior Market Analyst at Murivest Realty Group with over 20 years of experience in commercial real estate investment and market research. Sarah specializes in identifying emerging market trends and investment opportunities in Nairobi's commercial property sector.