Watchdog committee, Isiolo Governor in row over Sh500,000 fine
The Senate County Public Accounts Committee is now in a row with  Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo after the latter was fined Sh500, 000 for snubbing committee invitations for questioning. 
By 6 days ago
Watchdog committee, Isiolo Governor in row over  Sh500,000 fine
Parliament's Sh2b cushion from new taxes
In the latest budget report, legislators have increased their allocations significantly in a move to cushion MPs from government's new wave of taxes, including the Housing Levy.
By 8 days ago
Parliament's Sh2b cushion from new taxes
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Education, transport, health and defence win big in 2024-25 Budget
TSC got Sh369.9 billion which is to, among others, be used for the employment of 20,000 new teachers. IEBC was allocated a paltry Sh32.8 million for the delimitation of electoral boundaries.
By 10 days ago
Education, transport, health and defence win big in 2024-25 Budget
Ruto pitches for Raila's bid at EA meeting
Raila is seen as a favourite after he was publicly endorsed by President Ruto and his Ugandan counterpart Yoweri Museveni a week ago.
By 12 days ago
Ruto pitches for Raila's bid at EA meeting
Nadco report: MPs have 45 days to approve or reject anchor Bills
Parliament has 45 days to reject or approve nine Bills meant to enforce the report of the National Dialogue Committee (Nadco).
By 12 days ago
Nadco report: MPs have 45 days to approve or reject anchor Bills
PS Raymond Omollo says cybercrime rules will not hurt small businesses
PS Raymond Omollo explained that the new regulations are geared towards ensuring businesses operate without fear of cyber attacks.
By 13 days ago
PS Raymond Omollo says cybercrime rules will not hurt small businesses
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Parliament wants Sh6b Uhuru maize subsidy scheme probed
Parliament haS invited the DCI to investigate the Sh6.3 billion maize flour subsidy programme initiated under the reign of former President Uhuru Kenyatta.
By 15 days ago
Parliament wants Sh6b Uhuru maize subsidy scheme probed
Police commission, Koome fight to control recruitment millions
NPSC is seeking Sh150 million for the recruitment of 10,000 police constables.
By 20 days ago
Police commission, Koome fight to control recruitment millions
Government transfers 61 libraries to counties
President Ruto had given the parties a 60-day deadline to conclude the transfer of all pending devolved functions and determine the value of their accompanying resources.
By 1 month ago
Government transfers 61 libraries to counties
AG disowns Bill seeking to transfer custodian of Public Seal
AG Muturi said an omnibus Bill calling for the transfer of the custodian of the Public Seal from his office to the Head of Public Service and creation of CAS posts, did not originate from Cabinet. 
By 1 month ago
AG disowns Bill seeking to transfer custodian of Public Seal
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Why Kindiki wants IEBC servers located in Kenya
Institutions that want their critical information and infrastructure stored outside Kenya will be required to get approval from National Security Council.
By 1 month ago
Why Kindiki wants IEBC servers located in Kenya
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Auditor General: State illegally withdrew Sh6.3 billion from Consolidated Fund
Uhuru Kenyatta's administration in the sunset days of his reign withdrew Sh6.3 billion from the Consolidated Fund without the approval of Parliament.
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Auditor General: State illegally withdrew Sh6.3 billion from Consolidated Fund
North Eastern MPs condemn Ethiopia's seaport lease in Somaliland
MPs from north-eastern Kenya are calling for the immediate cancellation of MoU signed between Ethiopia and Somaliland region of Somalia
By 2 months ago
North Eastern MPs condemn Ethiopia's seaport lease in Somaliland
KBC boss Maina sacked in Sh765b payment row
Samuel Maina on Tuesday became the latest victim of sweeping changes implemented by ICT Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo at the national broadcaster.
By 2 months ago
KBC boss Maina sacked in Sh765b payment row
New Bill seeks to allow men to adopt children
Proposal by government side wants change in law that only allows blood relatives. The law sets strict requirements for those seeking to adopt children.
By 3 months ago
New Bill seeks to allow men to adopt children
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President says increased taxation pulled country from brink of debt
Head of State terms tax policies as necessary sacrifices which would put the country on the path of economic renaissance. He says Kenya is now the 29th fastest-growing economy in the world,.
By 3 months ago
President says increased taxation pulled country from brink of debt
Pomp and colour at Jamhuri Day fete
Donned in a black suit, light blue shirt and red tie, the president looked confident as he carried the hopes of about 50 million Kenyans distressed by the high cost of living.
By 3 months ago
Pomp and colour at Jamhuri Day fete
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Return to old order: Ruto's bid to amass political clout ahead of re-election battle
Proposals indicate Ruto is keen on running the country under the old order. Don says the president is intent on returning to old ways of unquestionable authority.
By 3 months ago
Return to old order: Ruto's bid to amass political clout ahead of re-election battle
Murkomen says KeRRA not to blame in roads allocation row
The CS explained that constituency road committees, staffed by appointees of the NG-CDF and overseen by MPs, are responsible for ensuring optimal use of the fuel levy
By 3 months ago
Murkomen says KeRRA not to blame in roads allocation row
MPs disrupt sitting over NG-CDF cash
National Assembly forced to adjourn afternoon sitting after MPs stage a walk-out protesting the delayed disbursement of NG-CDF funds.
By 3 months ago
MPs disrupt sitting over NG-CDF cash
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Is a referendum the new battle front between Ruto and Raila?
Raila says a significant restructuring of government must go through a referendum to avoid mischief in future. MPs allied to Ruto say calls for a plebiscite are premature.
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Is a referendum the new battle front between Ruto and Raila?
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State officers devise ways to earn more than they're entitled to
CRA bypasses SRC, implements new salary structure and irregularly promotes staff. SRC facing legal battles from state officers keen to cushion themselves against ‘punitive’ pay cuts and taxes.
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State officers devise ways to earn more than they're entitled to
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Njeri and Chirchir to face MPs over Sh17b oil import
Njeri is expected to testify under oath on the dealings of the cargo and is required to provide documents supporting her claims that the oil belongs to her.
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Njeri and Chirchir to face MPs over Sh17b oil import
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Prove me wrong and release oil deal agreement, Raila dares Ruto
Raila claims there are glaring inconsistencies linked to the oil deal and calls for its immediate cancellation. Energy CS refutes claims government handpicked oil marketing companies.
By 4 months ago
Prove me wrong and release oil deal agreement, Raila dares Ruto
MPs approve deployment of police to Haiti mission
Wandayi was adamant that the deployment of the officers was tantamount to breaking the law. But Ichung'wah said police officers took an oath to protect lives and being deployed.
By 4 months ago
MPs approve deployment of police to Haiti mission
MPs want tax cap on personal items raised
MPs said they would initiate a process to compel KRA to review the tax cap on dutiable goods from the current figure to Sh5 million.
By 4 months ago
MPs want tax cap on personal items raised
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Former CS, railways boss taken to task over Joho firm cargo deal
According to a report by Deputy Auditor General, Macharia and Mainga failed to make the process open to interested stakeholders to ensure fairness, transparency, equity and cost-
By 6 months ago
Former CS, railways boss taken to task over Joho firm cargo deal
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Raila-Ruto talks: What bipartisan committee agreed to prioritise
IEBC will be a prime feature of the talks shortly after the Kenya kwanza and Azimio la Umoja teams sign the new framework agreement on Wednesday.
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Raila-Ruto talks: What bipartisan committee agreed to prioritise
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Bid to make UDA monolith party as Ruto flexes political muscle
President William Ruto has been on the offensive with eyes on the 2027 re-election bid and indications showing he plans to create a political behemoth for his second term.
By 7 months ago
Bid to make UDA monolith party as Ruto flexes political muscle
MPs call for special audit on Huduma Namba deal
The Huduma Namba project was launched in 2019 and up to Sh10 billion had been spent by December 2022. 37.7 million Kenyans were registered using 31,500 kits on 52 mass registration days.
By 7 months ago
MPs call for special audit on Huduma Namba deal
Bipartisan talks set stage for showdown ahead of Monday's Kenya Kwanza, Azimio meeting
Azimio La Umoja, led by Raila, has been at crossroads with Ruto's government, especially over the high cost of living.
By 7 months ago
Bipartisan talks set stage for showdown ahead of Monday's Kenya Kwanza, Azimio meeting
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Azimio reaches out to Ruto for structured talks to end protests
Uhuru Kenyatta did not make a speech even as the opposition softened its stance and emphasised the need for structured dialogue with the Kenya Kwanza regime.
By 7 months ago
Azimio reaches out to Ruto for structured talks to end protests
NHIF CEO under fire over fraudulent payments to hospitals
A media expose revealed how eight medical facilities siphoned millions of shilling from the Fund allegedly aided by senior staff. The same is said to be happening across other counties.
By 7 months ago
NHIF CEO under fire over fraudulent payments to hospitals
Global Fund was right on discrepancies in Sh3.7b nets tender, says Kemsa
Kemsa Procurement Director John Kabuchi told the Jackson Mandago-led team that they want to use the weaknesses identified to strengthen the agency's procurement structures.
By 7 months ago
Global Fund was right on discrepancies in Sh3.7b nets tender, says Kemsa
Maandamano Bill will curtail right to hold demos, legal experts say
The Bill by Mbeere North MP Geoffrey Ruku seeks to have conveners of protests held liable for any damage to property or loss of lives.
By 8 months ago
Maandamano Bill will curtail right to hold demos, legal experts say
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Rivals spoil Ruto's party in week of high stakes
The intensity of protests that took place during a state visit by Iranian President Ebraim Raisi, was like an unexpected storm on President Ruto’s parade.
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Rivals spoil Ruto's party in week of high stakes
Legislators tell off Moes Kuria over Del Monte land saga
Parliament team wants transactions on the 7,300-acre land halted. Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria convened a meeting to form stakeholders’ committee
By 8 months ago
Legislators tell off Moes Kuria over Del Monte land saga
Watchdog committee, Isiolo Governor in row over Sh500,000 fine
The Senate County Public Accounts Committee is now in a row with  Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo after the latter was fined Sh500, 000 for snubbing committee invitations for questioning. 
By 6 days ago
Watchdog committee, Isiolo Governor in row over  Sh500,000 fine
Parliament's Sh2b cushion from new taxes
In the latest budget report, legislators have increased their allocations significantly in a move to cushion MPs from government's new wave of taxes, including the Housing Levy.
By 8 days ago
Parliament's Sh2b cushion from new taxes
Premium
Education, transport, health and defence win big in 2024-25 Budget
TSC got Sh369.9 billion which is to, among others, be used for the employment of 20,000 new teachers. IEBC was allocated a paltry Sh32.8 million for the delimitation of electoral boundaries.
By 10 days ago
Education, transport, health and defence win big in 2024-25 Budget
Transport tycoon's widow battles lender over Sh174m 'fictitious' loan
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