May 25, 2023
Kenya: Digital Lenders Reject 20% Excise Duty Proposal on Loan Interests
Digital lenders have rejected a proposal requiring them to remit a 20 percent excise duty on loan interest. Read more »
Kenya: Scrap Metal Council Threaten to Revoke Licenses of Dealers Involved in Theft, Vandalism
The Scrap Metal Council (SMC) has threatened to revoke licenses of dealers involved in cases of theft and vandalism targeting critical public and private sectors infrastructure in… Read more »
Kenya: Legendary Rally Champion Ian Duncan Set for Rhino Charge in June
Multiple Kenya National Rally champion Ian Duncan is among drivers who have been slated for this year's Rhino Charge, set for June 3 in Laikipia County. Read more »
Kenya: Cult Leader Was Rearing Bees, Planting Food Crops as Followers Starved to Death
Controversial televangelist Paul Mackenzie, of the Good News International Church was engaged in activities that contradict his own teachings on food deprivation. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Kwanza Says Azimio's Move to Suspend Bi-Partisan Talks Premature
The Kenya Kwanza Bipartisan team has accused their counterparts in Azimio La Umoja One Kenya coalition of erecting roadblocks to impede the ongoing talks between the two opposing… Read more »
Kenya: Burger Consumption Rises 173%, New Report Reveals
Orders for burgers increased by 173 percent in Kenya last year, a new report has revealed, highlighting the growing demand for western food in the country. Read more »
Kenya: We Will Enhance Training on Emerging Threats, President Ruto Says
The National Defence College (NDC) will be equipped to train more decision-makers in the country. Read more »
Kenya: Appellate Court Dismisses Govt Suit Seeking to Allow Importation of GMO Foods
A three judge bench has dismissed an application by government seeking to allow Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) foods into the country. Read more »
Kenya: Maize Flour Prices to Rise on 10% Tax on Kraft Liner, Manufacturers Warn
Kenyans are set for more pain as the prices of maize flour are expected to rise when the government plans to introduce a 10 percent tax on kraft paper. Read more »
Kenya: Sifuna, Ole Kina Main Obstacles in Bi-Partisan Talks, Khalwale Says
Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has alleged that Edwin Sifuna and Ledama Olekina are the main obstacles to the bipartisan negotiations. Read more »
Kenya: Isuzu Officially Unveils D-Max After Marathoner Eliud Kipchoge
Local vehicle assembler Isuzu East Africa has officially launched the limited edition Dmax that is named after marathoner Eliud Kipchoge. Read more »
Kenya: 'I Am Still a Student of the Game,' Marathon Goat Kipchoge Says As He Vows Strong Comeback After Boston Loss
World marathon record holder Eliud Kipchoge says last month's poor showing at the Boston Marathon jolted him into the reality that he needs to work harder if he is to attain the… Read more »
Kenya: Be Partners in Locally-Led Interventions Not Just Financiers, Donors Told
Shining Hope for Communities (SHOFCO) Founder and CEO Dr. Kennedy Odede has called on international aid organisations to shift their mindset from being just donors to being… Read more »
Kenya: Shakahole Death Toll at Over 240 as Another Person Dies of Starvation
The death toll from the Shakahola Forest starvation cult linked to controversial televangelist Paul Mackenzie currently stands at 241, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki… Read more »
Kenya: Police Lob Teargas to Disperse Maina Njenga's Supporters at the DCI HQs
Police on Thursday lobbed teargas to disperse former Mungiki leader Maina Njenga’s supporters who had gathered at the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Extends Dusk-to-Dawn Curfew at Chakama Ranch By a Further 30 Days
The government has extended the dusk-to-dawn curfew at the Chakama Ranch where search and rescue efforts and exhumation exercise of victims of the Shakahola Starvation cult is… Read more »
Kenya: Accurate Citizen Data Will Shape Govt Policy, President Ruto
The Government is committed to documenting all citizens to enhance service delivery. Read more »
Kenya: You Will Bear Your Own Load, President Ruto Warns Corrupt State Officials
President William Ruto has read the riot act to his Cabinet and the state officials at the Ministries, Department, and Agencies (MDA) that they will carry their own cross should… Read more »
May 24, 2023
Kenya: Budget Cuts Risks Worsening State of Prisons, MPs Told
Financial shortfall within the State Department of Correctional Services in the coming financial year is set to expose prison inmates to deplorable and inhumane living conditions. Read more »
Kenya: 11 Arrested in Connection With Violence, Destruction of Property in Bomet, Kericho Tea Farms
Authorities have apprehended 11 suspects linked to the recent incidences of violence and destruction of property in tea farms in Kericho and Bomet Counties. Read more »
Kenya: Orengo Urges Kenyatta to Stand Firm Against Alleged Govt Frustration
Siaya governor, James Orengo has called on former president, Uhuru Kenyatta not to succumb to frustrations by the government to retire from active politics so as to get his… Read more »
Kenya: Opposition Azimio Demands Resignation of Political Parties Registrar Ann Nderitu
The Azimio La Umoja One Kenya coalition party has called for the resignation of the Registrar of Political Parties (RPP) Ann Nderitu over what they termed as her way of handling… Read more »
Kenya: Status of IEBC Boundary Delimitation in Limbo Over Sh7.2 Billion Budget Shortfall
The Constitutional Boundaries delimitation process by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) now risks being halted due to financial shortage of Sh 7.2 billion… Read more »
Kenya: Azimio Endorses Bi-Partisan Team Decision to Walk Out of Talks
Azimio La Umoja One Kenya coalition has endorsed the decision by the bi-partisan team to walk out of negotiations with Kenya Kwanza should their substantive demands fail to be… Read more »
Kenya: Itumbi to Sue NMG Over 'Defamation' Story on Chief Administrative Secretary Defying Court Orders
ICT Chief Administrative Secretary (CAS) Dennis Itumbi has demanded an "unequivocal public apology" from Nation Media Group over an alleged defamation story published on its… Read more »