CS Duale: There was planned coup againt Ruto govt on June 25
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-10-31 12:50:28

CS Duale: There was planned coup againt Ruto govt on June 25

Duale alleged that the regime change coincided with intense protests by Gen Z youth, who stormed Parliament and caused significant damage.

Maraga Taskforce offers solutions to improve poor police-public relations
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-10-30 14:20:05

Maraga Taskforce offers solutions to improve poor police-public relations

The recommendations from the Taskforce propose actions aimed at improving police conduct by benchmarking against regional and international standards

Parliamentary budget advisers warn Ruto against introducing new taxes
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-10-25 06:58:53

Parliamentary budget advisers warn Ruto against introducing new taxes

Parliamentary Budget Office said numerous annual tax policy adjustments over the years have not resulted in higher revenue.

Kenya's Gen Z's named most influential group of 2024 - Infotrak poll
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-10-23 21:04:47

Kenya's Gen Z's named most influential group of 2024 - Infotrak poll

Digital campaigns, such as #OccupyParliament, successfully demanded better governance and economic reforms, prompting a shift in government actions.

Nine MPs to join mediation committee to resolve revenue division Bill impasse
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-10-19 11:03:31

Nine MPs to join mediation committee to resolve revenue division Bill impasse

This mediation committee now awaits the appointment of an equal number of Senators who will join them in negotiations.

Kenyan shilling stable versus dollar, LSEG data shows
  • Author: Reuters
  • Date: 2024-10-14 18:12:04

Kenyan shilling stable versus dollar, LSEG data shows

The shilling has been range-bound for several months, following a rally earlier this year after the government issued a new Sh222 billion ($1.5 billion) Eurobond.

Kenya's Gen Z: The misunderstood voices amid rising political divisions
  • Author: Alfred Onyango
  • Date: 2024-10-10 18:57:52

Kenya's Gen Z: The misunderstood voices amid rising political divisions

Notably, the GeoPoll survey credited Gen Z for leading the charge on sustainability in the country.

No budget relief as ministries brace for more spending cuts
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-10-08 12:24:41

No budget relief as ministries brace for more spending cuts

The government is projecting to raise Sh3.4 trillion in revenue for the next financial year.

Ruto finally gives in to IMF demand to audit govt over corruption
  • Author: John Mbati
  • Date: 2024-10-07 15:24:15

Ruto finally gives in to IMF demand to audit govt over corruption

IMF had requested Kenya to allow it to conduct the audit before releasing new funding of Ksh77.5 billion.

Kenya asks IMF to review graft issues after push from Western nations
  • Author: Reuters
  • Date: 2024-10-04 10:38:04

Kenya asks IMF to review graft issues after push from Western nations

Perceived government waste and corruption were a core driver of mass demonstrations in June.

Western nations urge Kenya to seek IMF review of graft issues – Sources
  • Author: Reuters
  • Date: 2024-10-01 15:36:24

Western nations urge Kenya to seek IMF review of graft issues – Sources

Kenyan authorities are looking for fresh revenue-raising measures after rescinding the 2024 tax increases.

CS John Mbadi vows to help Ruto secure funds for stalled road projects
  • Author: Amina Wako
  • Date: 2024-09-30 21:32:43

CS John Mbadi vows to help Ruto secure funds for stalled road projects

He emphasised the importance of maintaining unity between Raila and Ruto, stating, "We must choose our friends."

DCI recommends charges against 5 politicians accused of funding anti-govt protests
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-09-26 10:45:55

DCI recommends charges against 5 politicians accused of funding anti-govt protests

They include MP Benjamin Gathiru Mwangi (Embakasi Central), MP James Mwangi Gakuya (Embakasi North), Former MP George Theuri (Embakasi West), Former Nyeri MP Martin Deric Ngunjiri Wambugu and Pius Munene.

LSK warns against MPs' growing urge for constitutional amendments after protests
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-09-25 16:16:01

LSK warns against MPs' growing urge for constitutional amendments after protests

They include the proposed Assembly and Demonstration Bill, 2024 that seeks to tighten the laws around the right to assembly.

Human rights groups: Police lacked clear command during June 25 protests
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-09-25 15:28:58

Human rights groups: Police lacked clear command during June 25 protests

Video evidence shows police retreating, leaving unattended a section of the fence around the parliament grounds that had fallen earlier.

IMF staff in Kenya for fact-finding mission after anti-Finance Bill protests
  • Author: Reuters
  • Date: 2024-09-13 10:42:12

IMF staff in Kenya for fact-finding mission after anti-Finance Bill protests

The IMF requires regular reviews of reforms — in Kenya's case every six months — before it releases tranches of funding.

IPOA claims KDF deployment during demos was cover-up for police misconduct
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-09-11 11:10:53

IPOA claims KDF deployment during demos was cover-up for police misconduct

IPOA's latest report reveals that the military presence was not just unlawful but a deliberate effort to suppress dissent and create a militarized state.

New proposed tax Bill seeks to address matters of unpaid taxes
  • Author: Barack Oduor
  • Date: 2024-08-27 12:06:35

New proposed tax Bill seeks to address matters of unpaid taxes

The proposed Tax Procedures (Amendment) Bill, 2024 now seeks to give powers that were previously revoked by the Finance Act 2023, which was later nullified by the courts.

Blatant disregard of court orders by state reduces Kenya to theatre of impunity
  • Author: Ragow Khamis Musa
  • Date: 2024-08-25 16:10:31

Blatant disregard of court orders by state reduces Kenya to theatre of impunity

The apex court decreed that public participation is not an abstract notion, but must be meaningful, and must be accompanied by both reasonable notice and opportunity.

How debt and taxes conspired to rob Nairobi’s slum-dwelling youth of the promise of a better life
  • Author: The Conversation
  • Date: 2024-08-24 10:44:35

How debt and taxes conspired to rob Nairobi’s slum-dwelling youth of the promise of a better life

Walking back the tax bill hasn’t solved Kenya’s problems, and on Aug. 19, Kenya’s new finance minister said that some of the proposed taxes would be introduced as the country looks to service its foreign debt.

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