The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has confirmed the death of a middle-aged man who jumped from the second floor of their Lake Basin office located at Lake Basin Mall in Kisumu on Thursday, October 30, 2025.
In a statement issued on Thursday, October 30, the tax authority said the man sustained serious injuries from the fall and later succumbed to them.
KRA expressed deep regret over the tragic incident and extended heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
"Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) wishes to confirm that an unfortunate incident occurred today, Thursday, 30th October 2025, at the KRA offices located at the Lake Basin Mall in Kisumu. A middle-aged man jumped from the second floor of the building, sustained serious injuries, and succumbed," the statement read in part.
The authority confirmed that the matter has been reported to relevant authorities, with investigations currently underway to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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KRA indicated it fully cooperates with law enforcement officers to facilitate the ongoing investigations.
The tax collection agency also took the opportunity to remind taxpayers and members of the public about available channels for reporting incidents, concerns, or suspicious activities.
The public can report such matters through the nearest Tax Service Office, by calling 0711099999, or by sending information via the KRA iWhistle platform.
In 2022, a similar tragedy occurred when a KRA employee died after falling from the Times Tower building in Nairobi.
The authority had expressed deep regret over that incident, confirming that the staff member died while receiving treatment at the hospital.
Law enforcement agencies had launched investigations into the circumstances of that incident.
"It is with deep regret that we inform you of the demise of one of our staff during an incident that happened at our Times Tower Offices this afternoon," the statement read at the time. "The incidence is under investigation by law enforcement agencies."
