Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga faces a major challenge in his quest for the position of African Union (AU) Chairperson, as Djibouti’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, gains substantial momentum. Youssouf recently garnered the support of 27 African nations, a critical boost that could significantly influence the outcome of the upcoming elections. This […]
Kimani Ichung’wah’s recent assertion that Kiambu MPs consulted with President Ruto to propose Andrew Karanja as a replacement for Moses Kuria in the Cabinet has ignited significant backlash from local residents. The residents of Kiambu are now accusing their MPs of neglecting the county by recommending a candidate they believe is ill-suited to advocate effectively […]
The government is seeking to extend the Kenya Revenue Authority’s (KRA) Tax Amnesty Programme through the Tax Procedures (Amendment) Bill, 2024, with the aim of broadening the tax base by bringing more Kenyans into compliance. This Bill proposes extending the tax amnesty period by an additional year, from June 30, 2024, to June 30, 2025. […]
The Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) is Kenya’s latest initiative to provide comprehensive health coverage for all citizens. Launched on March 1, 2024, SHIF replaces the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) and aims to offer more inclusive health services. Here’s a detailed guide on how to register for SHIF. Eligibility Criteria Before starting the registration […]
The government, through the Ministry of Labour, pledged on Wednesday to address the concerns raised by aviation workers during their recent demonstrations. In a meeting led by Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua, the government committed to providing comprehensive information about the proposed leasing of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to the Adani Group, an Indian […]
A new petition has been filed by advocate Christopher Rosana from the High Court of Kenya, seeking the removal of Chief Justice Martha Koome from her position. Rosana alleges that Chief Justice Koome is incompetent and unsuitable for her role, claiming that her actions have compromised the integrity of the Judiciary. He argues that her […]
Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka has recently raised new concerns about the controversial deal between Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and the Indian firm Adani Airport Holdings. Onyonka argues that the public is not fully aware of the details of this agreement, which has sparked significant debate. He revealed that the deal extends beyond the management […]