Find platforms that minimize or skip taxes on deposits and winnings
Yes — the Kenyan government applies taxes on betting winnings and sometimes deposits. This is handled either by the bookmaker (auto-deduction) or by law (via KRA). The standard tax is 20% on winnings and 7.5% on deposits.
You can't legally "avoid" it, but some international betting platforms that aren’t based in Kenya don’t auto-deduct tax on deposits or winnings. These platforms operate globally and let you keep more of your balance — though you should still bet responsibly and know the legal limits.
If avoiding tax is your priority, choose a globally-run platform like MELbet — but always remember that betting taxes support regulation, security, and the local economy. Use this information to bet smartly and keep more of your winnings where possible.
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