Topic: Government.
Kenya introduces new sugar levy to foster growth of local industry
Jan 16, 2025 at 10:55 AM
The government has introduced a new levy that will apply to both domestic and imported sugar....
KRA grants KenGen a Sh1.43 billion tax waiver after decade-long dispute
Nov 18, 2024 at 10:08 AM
Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) has successfully reached a landmark agreement with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), securing a substantial tax waiver of Sh1.43 bill...
Inside key Govt bill seeking to prioritise local firms in tenders below Sh1 billion
Nov 12, 2024 at 10:00 AM
In a bid to foster economic growth and empower local businesses, the Kenyan government is pushing forward legislation to limit the dominance of foreign firms in state procurement d...
Govt rolls out major JKIA reforms to elevate passenger experience
Nov 12, 2024 at 09:29 AM
In a bid to redefine air travel standards, the Government has unveiled an ambitious series of reforms aimed at enhancing the passenger experience at Jomo Kenyatta International Air...
Kenyans hold breath as Supreme Court suspends Finance Act 2023 nullification
Aug 21, 2024 at 10:28 AM
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of Kenya has granted the government temporary relief by suspending the Court of Appeal's decision that nullified the Finance Act 202...
PSC now seeks to cap civil servants’ salary advances at one month's pay
Aug 20, 2024 at 04:33 PM
The Public Service Commission (PSC) is proposing a stringent cap on salary advances for civil servants, aiming to curb excessive financial strain on public officers....
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Linda Mama maternity programme set for comeback promising more benefits
Aug 07, 2024 at 08:35 AM
The government is set to reintroduce the popular Linda Mama maternity care programme with expanded benefits, Public Health and Professional Standards Principal Secretary Mary Mutho...
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Kenya faces transport paralysis in seven days as Sh7 fuel levy sparks wide outrage
Jul 19, 2024 at 08:57 PM
A potential transport crisis is looming large over the nation as transport service providers issue a seven-day ultimatum to the government over a newly imposed road maintenance lev...
Retail investors become top domestic state lender as Kenyans embrace bonds
Apr 16, 2024 at 03:48 PM
Recent data, released by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has revealed that retail investors in Kenya have become the fastest-growing domestic lenders to the government, surpassing ...
Govt tightens belt, suspends branded clothing and merchandise procurement
Mar 27, 2024 at 10:49 PM
In a move signalling a shift towards fiscal prudence, the government has announced the immediate suspension of procurement, printing, and production of all branded clothing and pro...
Over Sh60 million at risk in faulty Govt affordable cooking gas project
Mar 06, 2024 at 11:42 AM
Kenya's Auditor General, Nancy Gathungu, has raised serious concerns about the government's low-cost cooking gas project, highlighting potential losses of at least Sh60 million bec...
Retail investors seek Sh229 billion safe harbour in Kenyan Government bonds
Jan 24, 2024 at 11:40 AM
A tide of uncertainty washes over the Kenyan economy, prompting a dramatic shift in investor behaviour as retail investors, seeking refuge from choppy waters, have poured Sh229.2 b...
Govt announces allocation of Sh625.8 million for flood relief in eight counties
Nov 30, 2023 at 01:50 PM
The Kenyan government has announced the disbursement of Sh625.8 million to assist 500,000 individuals in eight counties grappling with the ongoing flood crisis, according to statem...
Govt proposes series of tax reforms on vehicles to promote green economy
Sep 14, 2023 at 11:58 PM
The Kenyan government is considering a series of tax reforms aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and wealth redistribution, with potential implications for vehicle owne...
Govt unveils massive plan to revive ailing state agencies amid economic hurdles
Aug 28, 2023 at 04:08 PM
Kenya's struggling state-owned entities are set to receive a significant lifeline as the government rolls out a comprehensive bail-out plan aimed at revitalizing their operations a...
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Kenya revises Gulf fuel import scheme following key concerns raised by IMF
Aug 21, 2023 at 12:38 PM
Kenya is making a strategic shift in its approach to the government-backed fuel import credit scheme after the International Monetary Fund (IMF) raised concerns over potential taxp...
Overview of Kenya's comprehensive tax reforms in the Finance Act 2023
Aug 11, 2023 at 01:50 PM
The Kenyan government, through the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced the introduction of significant amendments to its tax laws with the enactment of the Finance Act 2023...
Govt to utilize state agencies' data for student scholarships and loans allocation
Aug 10, 2023 at 09:34 AM
The government will rely on data from State agencies to determine student eligibility for scholarships and loans, according to Universities Fund Chief Executive Geoffrey Monari....
Mudavadi asks ministries and agencies to collaborate to deliver on promises
Aug 03, 2023 at 04:13 PM
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi had challenged public servants in the different ministries, departments and agencies to collaborate more to tackle challenges they face....
Govt secures Sh28 billion funding to complete Isiolo export abattoir after 16-year delay
Jul 26, 2023 at 01:02 PM
After remaining unfinished for an astonishing 16 years, the Isiolo international abattoir is finally on track to be completed within the next 18 months....
