Why Kenha declined to release Sh3.6 billion to Israeli roads contractor

Stalled Kisumu-Kakamega road construction at Mamboleo junction that was initially being constructed by Solel Boneh International (SBI) company. [Collins Oduor, Standard]

The taxman directed Kenya National Highways Authority (Kenha) to hold money that was to be released to an Israeli roads contractor, it has emerged.

But in an interesting twist after two years in court, the High Court now wants Kenha to release the money to SBI Holdings Kenya.