KRA iTax deadline drives tax compliance searches: Kenyans show high interest in filing income tax returns via KRA's iTax system before the June 30 deadline.
Archived Pulse in Kenya
Country pulse digest
Monday, June 29, 2026
Archived Pulse in Kenya
In Kenya, tax filing via KRA iTax dominates interest as the June 30 deadline nears, alongside surging enthusiasm for international soccer events like the World Cup matches involving Canada and South Africa and football transfer news.
Active topics
10
Search volume
28.5K
Leading topic
Sports
Attention mix
What the country is searching
10
Sports50% (5)
Money20% (2)
Technology20% (2)
Politics10% (1)
Why people are curious
People in Kenya are primarily curious to understand how to comply effectively with tax obligations using the iTax platform before the official deadline, reflecting the intent to explain and comply. Sports fans are following live and ongoing updates related to major international football tournaments and motorsport events for enjoyment and engagement. Interest in vehicle inspection and liquid glass design stems from desires to gain explanations about new technological features and regulations impacting daily life and user experiences. Political inquisitiveness is driven by following unfolding press freedom issues highlighting concerns about governance and democracy.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
World Cup surge: Canada vs South Africa match interest: Kenyan fans are highly engaged with the Canada vs South Africa 2026 World Cup match, seeking real-time updates and viewing information.
F1 fans track championship standings and driver moves: Formula 1 enthusiasts are closely following race results and driver developments post-Austrian Grand Prix.
Ranked searches
What people are curious about in Kenya
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
SportsCooling
alphonso davies
Alphonso Davies' recent participation and performance with Canada during the 2026 World Cup have drawn significant public attention.
1K+ searches · 900% growthLast seen 2 days ago
02
MoneyCooling
kra itax
People are searching about Kenya Revenue Authority's iTax system and how to file income tax returns before the June 30 deadline.
20K+ searches · 75% growthLast seen 2 days ago
kra
03
SportsCooling
canada vs south africa
Interest is surging in the Canada vs South Africa 2026 World Cup soccer match, with fans seeking live updates and viewing options.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 2 days ago
south africa national soccer teamnathan saliba
04
SportsCooling
f1 standings
Formula 1 enthusiasts are closely tracking the latest F1 standings and news, especially after the recent Austrian Grand Prix.
2K+ searches · 600% growthLast seen 2 days ago
f1f1 today
05
TechnologyCooling
vehicle inspection
There is heightened interest in vehicle inspection programs and platforms integrating advanced technology such as CARFAX to enhance safety and compliance.
1K+ searches · 400% growthLast seen 2 days ago
ntsa vehicle inspection
06
SportsCooling
sandro tonali arsenal transfer news
There is growing curiosity about transfer news involving Sandro Tonali and Arsenal football club.
500+ searches · 700% growthLast seen 2 days ago
07
MoneyCooling
petroleum
Interest in petroleum is growing rapidly due to critical developments in fuel exports, pricing, and energy security in East Africa and beyond.
500+ searches · 300% growthLast seen 2 days ago
08
SportsCooling
brazil vs japan prediction
Football fans are intensely searching for predictions and analyses ahead of the Brazil vs Japan World Cup match in the Round of 16.
500+ searches · 300% growthLast seen 2 days ago
09
PoliticsCooling
ntv uganda
The forced shutdown of Uganda's major media outlets by the military has prompted widespread attention and concern about press freedom.
500+ searches · 400% growthLast seen 2 days ago
10
TechnologyCooling
liquid glass
Liquid Glass is a new design aesthetic being introduced in Apple and some Google devices, focusing on a sleek, translucent interface style.
500+ searches · 200% growthLast seen 2 days ago
Why it matters
CoolingThis topic was last observed 2 days ago; its earlier momentum should now be read as historical, backed by 1K+ recorded searches. People are searching to follow a developing event.
Last seen 2 days agoConfidence: high
Reporting and context
Source coverage helping explain why this topic is moving.
The wait is over: Alphonso Davies ‘more than ready’ to take the World Cup stage with Canada - The Athletic - The New Yor…
Alphonso Davies and Canada beat South Africa - Yahoo Sports
Davies celebrates his comeback and a happy ending with Canada - FC Bayern
Canada captain Alphonso Davies makes first appearance in 2026 World Cup - USA Today
Why didn’t Alphonso Davies play in any of Canada’s World Cup games at home? - The Athletic - The New York Times
The wider weekly pattern
Curiosity trail
Related searches that led here, appeared alongside it, or followed.