Kenya National Highways Authority [KeNHA] has disclosed to parliamentary committee that Kibwezi-Kitui-Mbondoni-Miwani-Mbondoni road was suspended by contractor due to strained budgets Appearing before the National Assembly Public Petitions Committee led by Kitui East Legislator Hon. Nimrod Mbai, the acting Director for KeNHA revealed that contractors left the site immediately after…
Kenya Government Plots Sh810B Power Line Overhaul
The Energy Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir has disclosed government’s intention to construct an alternative line linking Narok-Bomet-Awendo as part of efforts to load shed that will cost a whopping Ksh810 Billion In a response to Sunday’s power outage, CS said the blackout in most parts of the country was caused…
Malaba: Wetang’ula reveals plans to set up dry port
National Assembly Speaker Rt. Hon. (Dr) Moses Wetang’ula says the government intends to set up a dry port at the Malaba border to enhance cross-country business with neighbouring States. The revelation by Hon. Wetang’ula now signals a plan by the Kenya Kwanza administration to increase the number of dry ports…
The Legal Landscape Unveiled
Navigating the legal aftermath of a truck wreck can be perplexing, but with the right attorney by your side, the process becomes more manageable. Your legal journey kicks off with researching local attorneys. This involves scouring online reviews, seeking recommendations from friends and family, and potentially consulting local bar associations.…
MP Peter Salasya Demands Energy CS Davis Chirchir’s Resignation
Shilling is weakening against all major currencies Yuan and Yen. The shilling continues to weaken as long as huge monthly requirements The once off dollar requirement for an approximated USD 550M per month to pay a whole month’s supply is putting unnecessary pressure on the shilling The difference between USD…
Agriculture CS Mithika Linturi Discloses State Lost 16.5B on Duty-Free Imports
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi on Tuesday 20th November, disclosed that government lost Sh16.5 billion between January and September, 156,957 tonnes of maize valued at KSh 6.6 billion were imported The government missed out on revenues amounting to Sh16.5 billion between January and September this year following its decision to…
MPs Wants Customs Duty Tax On Personal Items be set at Sh1.5M
National Assembly Committee wants KRA to review their policies from taxing current goods worth at USD500 to USD10,000 at the point of entry MPs proposed that personal items including gifts to wives and children should also be exempted from the newly customs duty tax More importantly, legislators demanded KRA to…
Allow Senators Access County Transactions- Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah Challenges IFMIS
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah now proposes to access IFMIS to monitor and scrutinise all transactions done by Treasury to counties This according to first term legislator will help in mitigation of the loss of public funds meant to uplift the face of devolution Senators conclusively and precisely stated that the…
Senate Reprimands KMA DG John Omingo Over Sh47.8M Expenditure
Kenya Maritime Authority Director General John Odira Omingo has been reprimanded by the Senate for not providing certified documents for the expenditure of Sh47.8 million the authority received in March 2023 Appearing before the Senate Roads Committee Chaired by Samburu Senator Dr Steven Lelegwe, Omingo was chased away and given…
IMF and World Bank Policies Under the Microscope
Nairobi, Kenya: In the vibrant heart of Kenya, citizens are collectively questioning the economic consequences of policies set by international giants, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Kenyan voices are echoing across the nation, challenging strategies they believe disproportionately benefit the affluent while leaving the less fortunate…