Build broad consensus on Finance Bill to avoid fallout, court challenges

In the current situation, consensus building is needed to avoid either throwing the baby with the bath water or romping home with monumental mistakes in the budget proposals.

By Vincent Ongore 3 years ago

Premium

Why are things suddenly going south at KRA?

The current problem at KRA appears to have resulted from one bad decision that sent the wrong signals to the entire tax administration system.

By Vincent Ongore 3 years ago

MPs can pursue growth through effective laws and oversight

They go to State House to look for development while leaving behind the same in Parliament. Kenya needs to build strong institutions in order to support its fledgling democracy.

By Vincent Ongore 3 years ago

Premium

Tax matters are private, please stop discussing them in public

A former tax collector argues a diplomatic approach would have more Kenyans paying taxes.

By Vincent Ongore 3 years ago

Nyanza should ignore misguided advice by leaders on food donation

Those criticising the relief food distribution effort should remember that 85 per cent of the national budget remains in Nairobi.

By Vincent Ongore 3 years ago

Premium

Luo Nyanza should defy its leaders, accept governments' food

The government is the political wing of the state. It exists to do politics. Without politics, there's absolutely no reason for the existence of a government.

By Vincent Ongore 3 years ago

Premium

Was British Exchequer Kwasi Kwarteng fired because of skin colour or incompetence?

Is there a racial angle to UK Prime Minister Liz Truss's firing of Exchequer Kwasi Kwarteng or did the man deserve the boot?

By Vincent Ongore 3 years ago

Premium

Will President Ruto measure up to the task he set for himself?

President William Ruto expected to correct Kenya's historical imbalances and the attendant injustice

By Vincent Ongore 3 years ago

Enlightened people have a duty to care for fellow citizens, leaders

Kenya isn't a primitive society. Public servants in this country are appointed to pursue the public good.

By Vincent Ongore 4 years ago