June 13, 2023
Kenya: MPs Committee to Present Revised Version of Finance Bill to House
The National Assembly Finance Committee is Tuesday scheduled to present the revised version of the Finance Bill 2023 following the conclusion of the public participation phase. Read more »
June 14, 2023
Kenya: Revised Finance Bill Still to Hurt Kenyans' Pockets More
The government has moved to salvage the petroleum business sector at the expense of Kenyans by increasing the VAT on petroleum from 8 percent to 16 percent. Read more »
June 13, 2023
Kenya: Demand for Beauty, Furniture, Phone, TV Products High in Rural Areas, Jumia New Report
Kenyans living in rural areas are buying beauty, home, phones, and TVs on Jumia's e-commerce platform, highlighting its importance in last-mile delivery. Read more »
Kenya: Job Majuu Spearheads Recruitment of Skilled Kenyan Caregivers to Meet Growing Demand in the UK
Leading recruitment agency, Job Majuu, has begun recruiting skilled Kenyan professionals to fill caregiver roles in the United Kingdom. Read more »
June 12, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Airports Authority Completes Upgrades in Kakamega, Kitale and Migori Airstrips
The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has announced the completion of rehabilitation projects at Kakamega, Kitale and Migori airstrips as part of the efforts to decongest Kisumu… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Revenue Authority Onboards 87 More Betting Firms Into Its System
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has onboarded 87 betting firms into its system, allowing real-time computation of taxes. Read more »
Kenya: Safaricom Taps CBK Official to Be the New Network Director
Safaricom has appointed Anthony Gacanja as its new network director, effective June 19, 2023. Read more »
Kenya: Oil Marketing Companies Flock Nakuru KPC Depot for Faster Loading
Oil Marketing Companies from in Nairobi and other parts of the country are preferring filling their tankers at the Nakuru Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) Depot after the installation… Read more »
Kenya: Parliamentary Committee Proposes a Reduction on Housing Levy From 3% to 1.5%
The National Assembly's (NA's) Finance and Planning Committee is proposing a reduction in the housing levy that is being proposed under the Finance Bill 2023. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Bows to Pressure, Slashes Housing Levy By Half
President William Ruto on Monday succumbed to pressure and slashed the Housing Fund levy by half, from the current three percent to 1.5 percent. Read more »
Kenya: Govt to Review All Licenses of Those Manufacturing, Selling Second Generation Alcohol
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki says the government will will undertake a fresh review of all the licences of those involved in the manufacturing, sale and distribution… Read more »
Kenya: Ole Sapit Calls for Finance Bill Review to Reduce Taxes on Kenyans
Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) Arch Bishop Jackson Ole Sapit has called for the review of Finance Bill 2023 noting that already they have forwarded their views to the parliamentary… Read more »
Kenya: Sakaja Pledges to Help Traders in Toi Market Rebuild Following Inferno
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has pledged to help traders in Toi market rebuild their businesses following the inferno that razed structures. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya, Djibouti Agree on a Visa Free Regime to Boost Trade
Kenya and Djibouti will push for a visa-free regime to spur trade. Read more »
Kenya: Renegade Air Starts First Nairobi-Homabay Flight Today
Low-cost airline Renegade Air is today launching its first flight serving the Nairobi-Homabay route as the airline seeks to tap into new market areas. Read more »
June 11, 2023
Kenya: Kindiki Cautions 'Undemocratic' Politicians Against Demos Over Tax Law
The government has warned that it will not tolerate protests and destruction of property over the Finance Bill 2023 which the opposition has vehemently opposed. Read more »
Kenya: Transfer of Leather Tanning Equipment From Kisumu to Narok Opposed
Efforts are underway to save the transfer of leather tanning equipment from Kenya Industrial Research and Development Institute (KIRDI) Kisumu to Ewaso Ng'iro South Development… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya, Djibouti Agree on Visa-Free Travel in a Move to Enhance Trade
Kenya and Djibouti have endorsed the reciprocal abolishing of visa requirements for their citizens. Read more »
Kenya: Pastoralists Urged to Diversify Income Sources to Beat Aridity
Pastoral communities have been urged to embrace diversification of income sources as opposed to sole dependance on livestock keeping. Read more »
Kenya: TSC Extends Application Deadline for Teachers' Promotion to June 15
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has extended the deadline for the promotion of teachers after failing to attract enough applicants. Read more »
Kenya: National Treasury Releases U.S.$236 Million April Revenue Share to Counties
The National Treasury has released Sh33.3 billion to counties to settle pending bills. Read more »
June 10, 2023
Kenya: Bata Denies Claim It Is Closing Kenyan Business
Shoemaker Bata Kenya Limited has refuted claims that it is closing its Kenyan business amid claims on social media platforms. Read more »
June 09, 2023
Kenya: Rural Areas Lead Urban Centers With High Poverty Levels, New Report Shows
Poverty levels are higher in rural areas compared to urban centers, a new report shows, highlighting low economic opportunities in the upcountry. Read more »
Kenya: High Court Unfreezes Bank Accounts of Judiciary Chief Registrar Amadi
The High Court has unfrozen bank accounts belonging to the Chief Registrar of the Judiciary Anne Amadi. Read more »
Kenya: Tough Economy Widening Gap Between Rich and Poor - KNBS
The rift between Kenya's rich and the poor has continued to grow in a period riddled with tough economic situations. Read more »