Topic: John Mbadi
What the PPP Act says about Ruto cancellation of Adani deals in Kenya
Nov 23, 2024 at 12:23 AM
President William Ruto’s recent decision to cancel the controversial Public Private Partnership (PPP) deals with Adani Group has sparked considerable attention, but behind the he...
National Treasury denies owing counties as governors warn of service disruptions
Nov 19, 2024 at 01:11 PM
The National Treasury has firmly denied owing any arrears to county governments, following a warning by the Council of Governors (CoG) about potential service delivery disruptions ...
Proposed 15 per cent tax on social media, internet services could hit Kenya's digital economy
Nov 15, 2024 at 10:31 AM
The Kenyan government’s recent proposal to impose a 15 per cent tax on social media and internet services could dramatically affect both individuals and businesses involved in on...
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 brace for pricier diapers, sanitary products, fertilisers as new tax bill eyes essential goods
Nov 06, 2024 at 12:00 AM
Kenyans may soon feel a heavier hit on their wallets as the Treasury unveils a bill that could drive up costs on essential items like diapers, sanitary towels, tampons, and fertili...
Kenya eyes more revenue with new six per cent tax on foreign digital companies
Nov 04, 2024 at 10:39 AM
In a bold move aimed at reshaping its digital economy, the Treasury has put forth a proposal for a Significant Economic Presence Tax (SEPT) that will see foreign digital companies ...
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Kenyan banks commit Sh450 billion to empower local MSMEs over next 3 years
Oct 17, 2024 at 04:59 PM
Kenya’s banking sector, under the Kenya Bankers Association (KBA), has announced a Sh450 billion financial boost to Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) over the ne...
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Landlords, professionals brace for new tax measures as Treasury unveils reforms
Oct 17, 2024 at 12:07 PM
Professionals in private practice and landlords are poised to enter a new era of taxation as the National Treasury unveils plans aimed at ensuring a fairer contribution from these ...
Treasury confirms gradual employment of JSS teachers to begin in January 2024
Oct 17, 2024 at 09:33 AM
The employment of Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers is set to begin in January 2025, with the National Treasury announcing a phased recruitment plan aimed at strengthening Ken...
'Inua Biashara': Govt unveils accelerator program to stimulate growth of MSMEs
Oct 16, 2024 at 07:27 PM
President William Ruto on Wednesday launched the MSME Accelerator Programme aimed at boosting the development of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Kenya....
State eyes paybills, till numbers for virtual ETRs in tax base expansion bid - VIDEO
Oct 10, 2024 at 05:41 PM
In a move aimed at expanding the country’s tax base, the Kenyan government has announced that all pay bills will be classified as virtual electronic tax receipt systems starting ...
Govt can only afford Sh380 billion for counties, CS Mbadi insists to Governors
Oct 03, 2024 at 05:35 PM
The national government can only afford to disburse Sh380 billion in shareable revenue to counties this financial year, which is Sh20 billion less than what had been agreed upon du...
MPs demand termination of any plans by Kenya Govt to lease JKIA to Adani of India
Sep 24, 2024 at 12:53 PM
Members of Parliament have called for the termination of any plans by the government through Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) to lease Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to I...
Kenyans to benefit from reduced VAT, tax relief as Govt unveils new budget plans
Sep 10, 2024 at 10:03 AM
The government has unveiled a significant economic reform package that could provide much-needed relief to struggling households and businesses....
Kenya, China ink landmark credit facility, MoU to spur infrastructure development
Sep 06, 2024 at 07:58 PM
In a significant move to enhance Kenya’s infrastructure, Treasury CS John Mbadi and Tan Jiong, President of China Development Bank, signed a major credit facility today in Beijin...
Treasury CS John Mbadi announces key committee for accounting transition
Aug 31, 2024 at 02:06 PM
Treasury CS John Mbadi has unveiled the formation of a Steering Committee to manage the shift from cash to accrual accounting across the National Government, County Governments, an...
Mbadi hints at resurrecting rejected Finance Bill 2024 proposals to fill Sh150 billion deficit
Aug 19, 2024 at 10:38 PM
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has signalled a potential return of controversial tax proposals as the government grapples with a yawning fiscal deficit....
Former Treasury CS Njuguna Ndung’u exposes Kenya's deep-rooted corruption
Aug 13, 2024 at 02:27 PM
Former Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury, Njuguna Ndung’u, has painted a damning picture of the financial irregularities plaguing the government of President William Ru...
KEBS's startling revelation raises alarms over product quality standards locally
Aug 11, 2023 at 10:37 AM
In a recent revelation that has sent shockwaves through the Kenyan market, the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has admitted to not conducting tests on goods sold domestically to e...
John Mbadi finally responds to ODM MPs Babu Owino, Peter Kaluma online tiff
Sep 24, 2022 at 12:16 AM
Former Gwassi MP John Mbadi has come out to pacify the ugly online spat between Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and Homa Bay MP Peter Kaluma....
