The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has confirmed the death of a middle-aged man following an incident at its offices located at Lake Basin Mall in Kisumu on Thursday, October 30, 2025.
In an official statement, the Authority said the man “jumped from the second floor of the building, sustained serious injuries and later succumbed.”
KRA expressed its condolences to the family and friends of the deceased, noting that it “deeply regrets this incident and conveys heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.”
According to a statement issued by the Commissioner for Shared Services, the matter has been reported to the relevant authorities, and investigations are underway to establish the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
The Authority said it is “fully cooperating with law enforcement officers to facilitate the ongoing investigations.”
KRA also reminded members of the public and taxpayers to report any suspicious activities, concerns, or incidents through its official communication channels.
The statement noted that reports can be made “through the nearest Tax Service Office, by calling 0711 099 999, or by sending information via the KRA iWhistle platform.”
The Authority emphasised that the safety and well-being of its staff and the public remain a top priority and reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and accountability in handling incidents that occur within its facilities.
The body of the deceased was moved to a Kisumu mortuary as detectives commenced investigations into the incident.
Police officers have since visited the scene and are recording witness statements to help determine what led to the fall.
Authorities have assured the public that updates on the Kisumu case will be provided once preliminary findings are complete.
The cause of the tragedy remains unclear as investigations continue.
KRA reiterated its commitment to cooperate fully with law enforcement agencies and urged the public to remain vigilant and use official reporting channels to share any security- or safety-related concerns.
A similar incident was reported in 2022, when a KRA employee died after reportedly falling from the Times Tower building in Nairobi.
The Authority confirmed at the time that the employee succumbed to injuries while receiving treatment, and investigations were subsequently launched.
KRA is a government agency mandated to assess, collect, and account for taxes and revenues to fund national development.
