Financial Inclusion Fund Stories

Ruto appoints Habil Olaka new chairperson of Hustler Fund advisory board
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 22, 2025

The main aim of the Hustler Fund is to help those in the informal sector transition to the formal financial system, a crucial step for long-term econo...

13 police officers, NIS agent charged with murder of two Indians, taxi driver
Charles Adinda  |  Feb 20, 2025

The two IT experts – Mohamed and Zulfiqar had been brought to aid the United Democratic Alliance (UDA's) technical teams.

Boda boda operators threaten Nationwide protests over Senate Bill
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 20, 2025

Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale, the sponsor of the Bill, said the aim is to create a legal framework for operating motorcycles and three-wheelers, com...

Hospitals under RUPHA to suspend SHA services over unpaid bills, system failures
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 20, 2025

With hospitals struggling financially, some have been auctioned, employees have lost their jobs, and doctors are now demanding cash payments before tr...

National Assembly starts probe into alleged mismanagement of sports fund
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 20, 2025

Sports Principal Secretary Peter Tum dismissed the allegations, stating that SASDF operates under strict regulations.

KISMA: Poor coordination between state agencies fuelling infrastructure vandalism in Nairobi
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 20, 2025

To curb vandalism, Irshad urged KeNHA to consider using non-metal alternatives for road barriers, similar to Kenya Power's shift to concrete poles.

Ombudsman asks SHA to respond to query on Sh7.3bn disbursements to hospitals
Charles Adinda  |  Feb 18, 2025

Under the Access to Information Act 2016, there is no requirement for an applicant to justify why they need specific information from a public entity.

Headteachers urge government to raise school fees citing rising costs, inflation
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 18, 2025

The proposal suggests that fees in national schools be raised from the current Sh53,554 to Sh73,182 per year, an increase of Sh19,628.

Five KUSCCO officials charged with theft of Sh83 million released on bail
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 18, 2025

The five officials were arrested last Thursday in connection with a major financial scandal at KUSCCO, a key institution for savings and credit cooper...

Report says patient verification woes in hospitals deepen under SHA system
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 18, 2025

The latest SHA transition scorecard report identifies delays in receiving one-time passwords (OTPs) as the main cause.

Eastleigh sees business boom as county tackles hawker congestion, garbage collection
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Feb 17, 2025

Business owners are hopeful that the improved conditions will create a better trading environment, free from congestion and sanitation issues.

Treasury flags county governments for misallocating budgets, neglecting development projects
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 17, 2025

Treasury data shows that Nairobi, Kisii, and Mombasa were among the worst performers, spending significantly less on development projects.

National Chairperson of Kenya Primary Schools Headteachers Association Johnson Nzioka dies in road crash
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 17, 2025

His career was dedicated to improving the quality of primary education in the country, where he guided over 24,000 headteachers.

Kenyans brave tough economic times to show love on Valentine's Day
Barack Oduor  |  Feb 14, 2025

Streets in Nairobi were painted red by flower vendors who displayed their wares for customers who were on the other hand eager to pick the bouquets th...

Financial crisis hits private universities as state owes them Sh50 billion in unpaid student sponsorship funds
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 14, 2025

Kenya Association of Private Universities warns that the financial strain is affecting the operations of private universities, which are struggling to...

Architects association for reforms to enhance building safety after fatal slab collapse
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Feb 14, 2025

AAK is urging authorities to enforce stricter safety measures and impose harsher penalties for non-compliance to prevent future tragedies.

Judiciary orders release of judgements and court orders within 24 hours
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 13, 2025

The order was communicated through an internal memo sent by Judiciary Chief Registrar Winfridah Mokaya to all heads of court stations, deputy registra...

Most Kenyans prefer digital banking as they seek better service and lower costs, KBA report shows
Charles Adinda  |  Feb 13, 2025

Financial exclusion continues to be a pressing issue, with 10.63 per cent of customers requiring special accommodations such as braille or screen read...

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