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Finance Bill 2024 threatens Kenyans’ access to affordable solar energy systems

The Finance Bill set to be presented before Parliament this week poses a significant threat to Kenya’s remarkable progress in expanding electricity access to rural areas using solar energy systems. Millions of Kenyans could potentially be left in the dark if these new taxes are implemented. The proposed taxes threaten to stifle the growth of […]

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President Ruto chairing UDA Parliamentary Group meeting at State House ahead of tabling Finance Bill in parliament

Grief has engulfed the village of Chemnyango in Chesumei, Nandi County, following the tragic deaths of two brothers who were unblocking an underground sewer line. Weldon Sang, 34, and Davis Sang, 42, lost their lives on Sunday, June 16, while working on the sewage system in Kamngetuny location. According to a report filed at Kapsabet […]

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Kariobangi South Police officer hospitalized after drinking poison; wife says he lost gun loaded with 15 bullets

A police officer from the Kariobangi South Police Post who was reported missing on Sunday, June 15, has been located. Inspector Charles Muriungi Koroneli was found at his residence in Rongai, Kajiado County. According to his wife, Edna Kanyiri Kithure, Koroneli appeared distressed after informing her that he had lost his Ceska pistol (S/NO.B022908), which […]

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Details of CS Moses Kuria’s letter to Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria’s letter to Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has surfaced, revealing ten significant claims, including concerns about Gachagua’s absence from State House meals. Kuria’s letter, containing serious allegations against the deputy president, was made public on Sunday, June 16, 2024. In it, Kuria accused Gachagua of exerting undue pressure on President […]

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Anti-riot Police deployed around Nairobi Parliament ahead of planned anti-Finance Bill 2024 protests

On Tuesday, June 18, 2024, anti-riot police officers were deployed around Parliament in Nairobi in anticipation of the planned ‘Occupy Parliament’ protests. Additionally, roads leading to Parliament were barricaded to prevent protestors from accessing the restricted area. This heightened security followed a call to action by a group of Kenyans, led by human rights activists, […]

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A Kenyan Junior Starlets face KCSE exams and World Cup dilemma

The Kenya National Women’s U17 football team made history by becoming the first national football team from Kenya to qualify for the World Cup. This accomplishment is a source of immense pride for the nation. However, many of these young athletes are still in school, with a significant number in their final year of high […]

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Director of Public Prosecutions DPP closes Okoth Obado’s trial in Sharon’s murder

Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Renson Ingonga has concluded the six-year-long murder trial of former Migori Governor Okoth Obado, who was accused of the brutal murder of university student Sharon Otieno. The case, which has attracted national attention, featured testimonies from a total of 42 witnesses. Following the trial’s conclusion, Obado’s defense team announced their […]