June 07, 2023
Kenya: Nairobi Revenue Authority Starts Induction in Mombasa
The Board of the newly gazetted Nairobi Revenue Authority (NRA) started their five-day induction in Mombasa. Read more »
Kenya: Tala Appoints Agnes Muthoni Kenya's Head of Growth and Strategy
Digital lender Tala has announced the appointment of Agnes Muthoni as the new Head of Growth and Strategy. Read more »
Kenya: We Must Make Bold Decisions, Ruto Says in Defending Finance Bill
President William Ruto says bold decisions must be made for Kenya to move forward as he defended his proposed taxes as contained in the controversial Finance Bill for debate in… Read more »
Kenya: Those Opposed to the Housing Levy Are Selfish - Ruto
President William Ruto did not waste the opportunity to pitch for the 3 percent Housing Fund levy at National Prayer Breakfast, saying those opposed to it are selfish. Read more »
June 06, 2023
Kenya: Passaris Defends DP Gachagua After Finance Bill Fireworks
Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris has defended Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over comments he made about the Finance Bill 2023, saying that his comments were taken… Read more »
Kenya: City Hall Seeks Public Views on Night Clubs Operations, Construction of Rehabilitation Centers
The Nairobi County government has invited public participation on the construction of rehabilitation centers for alcohol and drug abuse victims as well as looking into the… Read more »
Kenya: Absa to Invest Sh2 Billion in Solar Energy Projects
Absa Bank Kenya Plc will finance solar projects to a tune of Sh2 billion, with an aim to increase off-grid solar energy adoption across Kenya. Read more »
Kenya: City Hall Seeks to Develop Revenue Enhancement Strategies
The Nairobi County Finance and Economic Planning Sector held a week long workshop with County staff heading major revenue streams to develop revenue enhancement strategies, work… Read more »
Kenya: Kiraitu Urges President Ruto to Invest in Oil Production to Resolve Debt Crisis
National Oil Corporation of Kenya Chairman Kiraitu Murungi has called on President William Ruto to invest in oil production, saying it is the answer to the current debt crisis. Read more »
Kenya: Inspiring Generosity - Philanthropist Funds Sh10.3 Million Dream Trip for California Youths to Explore Kenya
US-based Kenyan philanthropist Mwangi Mukami plans to fund a cohort of 15 Black and Brown American citizens and residents to travel Kenya beginning June 17 through June 27 for a… Read more »
Kenya: CS Kindiki to Commission Construction of Roads Into Vast Chakama Ranch
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kindiki Kithure is set to commission the construction of several security roads with the vast 50,000-acre Chakama Ranch to facilitate access into the… Read more »
Kenya: Police Lob Teargas to Disperse Activists Protesting Against Finance Bill 2023
Police on Tuesday lobbed teargas to disperse a group of activists at the Jevanjee Gardens protesting against the proposed Finance Bill 2023. Read more »
June 05, 2023
Kenya: Kisumu Gets Plastic Waste Mobile App as World Celebrate Environment Day
A mobile App (M-Taka), has been developed in Kisumu to help the local residents to manage their plastic waste, which has been blamed for polluting Lake Victoria. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Defends Housing Bill, Says It's Good for Citizens
President William Ruto has defended the contentious housing levy while saying it is a sure bet to bridge the country's housing deficit. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Kwanza Intensifies Lobbying for Support Ahead of Finance Bill 2023 Vote
Kenya Kwanza Alliance has remained bullish that the contentious Finance Bill 2023 will pass with minimal amendments claiming they have managed to convince their opposition… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Demands Tax Compliance, Funds Declaration From NGOs to Enhance Financial Transparency
The Government is demanding for compliance from Non-Governmental Organizations to file their annual returns and declare sources of funding as the country heightens its vigilance… Read more »
Kenya: Atwoli Elected Vice-Chairperson of International Labour Conference Workers Group in Geneva
Central Organisation of Trade Unions Secretary General Francis Atwoli has been elected as the Vice Chairperson of the Worker's Group of the International Labour Conference in… Read more »
Kenya: Global Tax Conference Kicks Off in Nairobi Amid Finance Bill Row
The International Center for Tax and Development conference today began in Nairobi with a focus on tax. Read more »
Kenya: International Financial Institutions Must End Discrimination, President Ruto Says
The re-engineering of the international financial architecture will help tackle poverty and reduce inequality in the world. Read more »
Kenya: Suit By Omtatah Opposing Finance Bill Represents Kenyans' Opinions - Kalonzo
Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has backed a lawsuit filed by Senator Okiya Omtatah of Busia challenging the Finance Bill 2023, stating that the petition represents the opinion of… Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua Asks Governors to Support the Finance Bill
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has asked Governors to support the Finance Bill as the tax measures will help raise revenue to fund counties. Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Assures Governors of Kenya's Commitment to Disburse Funds
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has assured governors of the government's commitment to ensure faster disbursement of pending financial allocations. Read more »
Kenya: Counties to Get April Funds This Week, DP Gachagua Announces
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua says Treasury will disburse April monies owed to counties this week. Read more »
Kenya: Finance Bill Targetting Mt Kenya - Odinga
Opposition's Azimio coalition has sensationally claimed that the proposed tax measures by President William Ruto are targetting Mt Kenya region. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Defends Housing Bill, Says It's Good for Kenyans
President William Ruto has defended the contentious housing levy while saying it is a sure bet to bridge the country's housing deficit. Read more »