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Firm claims duress in fake fertiliser probe

KEL Chemicals manager claims Mems Distribution could have printed extra bags to distribute questionable fertiliser.

Firm claims duress in fake fertiliser probe

Tower of Babel: More questions on Sh9.9b offices ahead of opening

Tower of Babel: More questions on Sh9.9b offices ahead of opening

Confusion as MPs embark on shifting to offices at Bunge Towers

Confusion as MPs embark on shifting to offices at Bunge Towers

MPs question Chiloba's Sh800m wealth, controversial job exits

MPs question Chiloba's Sh800m wealth, controversial job exits

Ruto's West Africa excursions bolster Raila's AU candidacy, forges trade pacts

Raila is quickly emerging a clear favourite for a majority of the AU countries thanks to his track record as a pan-Africanist and Ruto’s charm offensive across the continent.

Ruto's West Africa excursions bolster Raila's AU candidacy, forges trade pacts

Isiolo County injects Sh1.1 billion for the revival of stalled multi-million projects

Isiolo county has prioritized completion of the Sh545 million modern market with the capacity to accommodate 1,500 traders who currently ply their trade along the highways.

Isiolo County injects Sh1.1 billion for the revival of stalled multi-million projects

Rent paid by civil servants to increase by up to 100pc, says PS Hinga

PS Charles Hinga said the move was necessitated by the government's lack of adequate funding, which has delayed the refurbishment of the houses for the last 23 years.

Rent paid by civil servants to increase by up to 100pc, says PS Hinga

Isiolo county moves to expand morgue as unclaimed bodies pile

Isiolo County Referral Hospital morgue is reeling from the weight of unclaimed bodies that continue to pile up.

Isiolo county moves to expand morgue as unclaimed bodies pile

MPs hand Ruto free will to hire unlimited CASs in amended Bill

The initial cap on the number of CASs to 22 has been removed and replaced with to "as many as required".

MPs hand Ruto free will to hire unlimited CASs in amended Bill

Firm at the centre of fake fertiliser allegations threatens to sue KEBS over falsehoods

The company at the centre of the sale of fake fertiliser allegations has now threatened to move to court to sue the Kenya Bureau of Standards for what it terms as spreading falsehoods.

Firm at the centre of fake fertiliser allegations threatens to sue KEBS over falsehoods

MPs accuse anti-graft body, DPP of collusion in Kemsa scandal probe

The National Assembly Committee has accused EACC and the DPP of colluding to frustrate the probe into the Covid-19 millionaires, by employing delay tactics.

MPs accuse anti-graft body, DPP of collusion in Kemsa scandal probe

Kebs seizes 5,840 bags of substandard fertiliser in NCPB stores

Kebs CEO Esther Ngari revealed that fertiliser by the name GPC plus Organics was substandard and had not been certified by Kebs.

Kebs seizes 5,840 bags of substandard fertiliser in NCPB stores

MPs call for probe on KRA's HIV tests and skewed hiring

House committee says it had established KRA had engaged in gross violation of the Constitution in hiring most of revenue service assistants from two communities.

MPs call for probe on KRA's HIV tests and skewed hiring

Inside Bill that could soon see return of CAS position

The return of CASs has inched closer after the Justice and Legal Affairs Committee approved their establishment, underscoring their importance.

Inside Bill that could soon see return of CAS position

Why NHIF risks losing 10-acre multibillion Karen land

NHIF CEO Elijah Wachira told the MPs a rival group that had been claiming the 10-acre land had been paying its land and rent rates.

Why NHIF risks losing 10-acre multibillion Karen land

Counties dealt blow on demand for Sh439 billion equitable share

County government’s quest for Sh439.5 billion in sharable revenue for the 2024/2025 financial year has been dealt a blow after they were allocated Sh391.1 billion.

Counties dealt blow on demand for Sh439 billion equitable share

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.

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.

Parliament's Sh2b cushion from new taxes

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.

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.

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).

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.

PS Raymond Omollo says cybercrime rules will not hurt small businesses

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.

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.

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 2 months 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 2 months ago

AG disowns Bill seeking to transfer custodian of Public Seal

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 2 months ago

Why Kindiki wants IEBC servers located in Kenya

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.

By 2 months ago

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 3 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 3 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 4 months ago

New Bill seeks to allow men to adopt children

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 4 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 4 months ago

Pomp and colour at Jamhuri Day fete

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 4 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 4 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 4 months ago

MPs disrupt sitting over NG-CDF cash

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.

By 4 months ago

Is a referendum the new battle front between Ruto and Raila?

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.

By 4 months ago

State officers devise ways to earn more than they're entitled to

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.

By 4 months ago

Njeri and Chirchir to face MPs over Sh17b oil import

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 5 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 5 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 5 months ago

MPs want tax cap on personal items raised

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 7 months ago

Former CS, railways boss taken to task over Joho firm cargo deal

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.

By 7 months ago

Raila-Ruto talks: What bipartisan committee agreed to prioritise

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