Topic: Government.
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...
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....
Govt collapses more than 1,000 Paybill Numbers used to pay for its services
Jun 30, 2023 at 05:08 PM
President William Ruto has issued a directive to shut down more than 1,000 PayBill numbers currently utilized for the collection of payments related to government services within t...
Government scheduled to commence implementing new Miraa Levy on July 1
Jun 29, 2023 at 04:35 PM
The Kenyan government has recently made a significant announcement regarding the implementation of the Miraa Levy, in line with the Crops (Miraa) Regulations, 2023....
Government sets aside Sh15 billion for digital superhighway to boost creative economy
Jun 27, 2023 at 09:02 PM
The Kenyan government is set to invest Sh15.1 billion in the development of a digital superhighway, in a bold move aimed at positioning the country as a unique creative economy hub...
William Ruto's promised affordable unga vanishes as prices surge instead
Jun 08, 2023 at 12:38 PM
President William Ruto's pledge to provide affordable maize meal flour to the citizens of Kenya has fallen short of expectations....
Pauline Njoroge reveals lucrative offer she turned down to switch allegiances
Jun 07, 2023 at 09:01 PM
Prominent political digital media strategist Pauline Njoroge has recently come forward with astonishing allegations, revealing that she was approached by senior individuals within ...
100 arraigned in Murang'a County as Government intemsifies fight agains illicit alcohol
Apr 18, 2023 at 12:17 PM
Police in Muranga County have arrested and brought to court 100 individuals since last Friday in connection with dealing illicit alcohol and drugs....
Ruto calls for inspiration and recognition of high-performing public servants
Apr 11, 2023 at 05:35 PM
Commendable performance by civil servants should be encouraged and rewarded, according to President William Ruto....
Kenya Airways records historical net loss of Sh38.26 billion in 2022 financial year
Mar 28, 2023 at 11:32 AM
National carrier Kenya Airways (KQ) recorded a net loss of Sh38.26 billion in the financial year ended December, more than double the Sh15.87 billion loss reported in 2021....
Rift Valley maize farmers decry costly price of government-subsidised fertiliser
Mar 25, 2023 at 08:52 PM
A section of farmers from the Rift Valley have decried the high cost of government-subsidised fertiliser and its poor quality....