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 »
Kenya: Bolt Condemns Kidnap of Two Passengers By Driver, Affirms Commitment to Passenger Safety
Taxi-hailing firm Bolt has issued a statement in response to the recent abduction and subsequent rescue of two girls who were kidnapped by a Bolt driver. Read more »
Kenya: Bolt Issues Statement After Kidnapping Incident Involving Own-Driver
Taxi-hailing firm Bolt has issued a statement in response to the recent abduction and subsequent rescue of two girls who were kidnapped by a Bolt driver. Read more »
Kenya: Azimio Wants CJ Koome to Review Order Barring Removal of Sabina Chege as Deputy Minority Whip
In a letterpenned by Raila Odinga's counsel Paul Mwangi, they cited non-inclusion and jurisdiction violation in the order National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula cited while… Read more »
June 14, 2023
Kenya: MPs Approve Isaac Ruto,Caroline Nzilani for JSC Appointment
Members of Parliament have approved the nomination of of former Bomet Governor Isaac Ruto and Caroline Nzilani for appointment to the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). Read more »
Kenya: Mungiki Youth Deserve Deal Not Bullets - Odinga
Azimio La Umoja One Kenya has bashed the government for claiming there is a resurgence of the outlawed Mungiki sect without any evidence to ascertain the allegations. Read more »
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: Govt Shuts Down 5,995 Liquor Outlets In Intensified Alcohol Crackdown
The government has shut down at least 5,995 liquor joints as the war against illicit brews intensifies. Read more »
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: 65 Cult Victims Rescued From Shakahola Arraigned for Attempted Suicide By Starvation
Sixty-five people rescued from the Shakahola Forest were on Monday arraigned in court for attempting to kill themselves through starvation. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Welcomes Expansion of the IGAD Troika on Sudan
Kenya has welcomed the expansion of the IGAD Troika on Sudan. 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: Belgut MP Nelson Koech Records Statement Over Arson, Related Crimes in Kericho, Bomet Tea Estates
Belgut Member of Parliament, Nelson Koech on Monday today recorded a statement regarding arson and related crimes at the multi-national tea estates in Kericho and Bomet. Read more »
Kenya: 'Best Doubles Match of the Year,' Okutoyi Waxes Lyrical About Teammate Cheruto After Epic Win at Billie Jean
Wimbledon Open doubles junior champion Angella Okutoyi credited their doubles match win over Morocco to her teammate Cynthia Cheruto who was her partner for the day. Read more »
Kenya: Media Personality Muiruri's Daughter, Friend Rescued By Detectives After Kidnapping Ordeal
Media personality Ciku Muiruri's daughter and her friend have been rescued by detectives following a week-long kidnapping ordeal. Read more »
Kenya: 10 More Bodies Exhumed From Shakahola Forest, Death Toll 284
10 more bodies were on Monday exhumed from Shakahola Forest with the death toll so far at 284. Read more »
Kenya: How Kenyan Hit Song Inspired Wimbledon Champ Okutoyi to Victory At Billie Jean King Cup
Wimbledon Open doubles junior champion Angella Okutoyi says the Kenyan hit song "Angela" by Boutross and Juiceman gave her extra motivation to win her singles match 7-5, 6-3… Read more »
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: DP Gachagua Issues 10-Day Ultimatum to Local Administrators to Deal With Alcohol, Drug Menace or Be Fired
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has issued a ten-day ultimatum to County Commanders, Officers Commanding Stations (OCS) to end the alcohol and drug abuse menace in their counties… 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: Wetangula Wants Review of Competence Based Curriculum System for Effective Implementation
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula wants the government to consider reviewing the new Competence Based Curriculum (CBC) education system to ensure effective implementation. Read more »
Kenya: CS Tuya Applauds Anglican Church for Tree Growing Efforts
Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya has commended the Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) for heeding the Government call for religious institutions… 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 »