Author: Obwoge Joseph
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During the Africa Climate Summit (ACS) 2023, President William Ruto made a powerful statement by personally driving an electric car around Nairobi. He made a memorable arrival at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), where the ACS was being held. This unconventional move captured public attention and generated significant discussion. Coinciding with this, Nairobi witnessed […]
By Whitney Akunga Tea farmers in Kisii County have been urged to plant modern tea plant clones which produce great harvest compared to the old ones. Speaking to farmers at Etora Tea buying Center, Dr. Kenyoru, the tea director and the Chairman of Itumbe and Nyamache Tea Factories assured farmers that tea leaves are one […]
By Whitney Akunga Expansion of Kisii-Isebania Road has been commended since it has led to an increase in commercial activities in Suneka Market after over five years of construction. The project which is part of the Kisii-Ahero-Isebania Road project located mainly in Kisii and Migori is the only unique road in Kisii County. Speaking from […]
By Whitney Akunga Four bodies have so far been recovered from a 3 storey building that collapsed at Sagana stage in Murang’a town on Monday evening. According to Murang’a County Commissioner Patrick Mukuria, four people were rescued alive and are receiving treatment at the Murang’a County referral hospital. “So far four bodies have been recovered […]
By Whitney Akunga President William Ruto has assured residents of Kakamega of his determination to sort the great distress at Mumias Sugar Company. Speaking at a church service in Kakamega on Sunday, he promised not to watch as the 15000-acre piece of land is taken by individuals, instead of benefiting the people. “I came here […]
By Whitney Akunga Citizens from Kisii County have expressed mixed reactions on the 2023/2024 budget which was presented before parliament on 15th June by Treasury Cabinet Secretary Njuguna Ndungu. A section of them have expressed skepticism especially with the impending hike in value added tax (VAT) on fuel products. “According to me, this budget has […]
By Whitney Akunga An unusual display was witnessed in Parliament on Thursday 15th June, after a section of Azimio MPs walked out of the House during the reading of the 2023/24 budget. Trouble started as soon as Treasury Cabinet Secretary Prof. Njuguna Ndung’u went to the podium to read the budget. While making his introduction, […]
By Whitney Akunga At 3pm on Thursday 15 June, Treasury Cabinet Secretary Njuguna Ndung’u, is expected to table the 2023/2024 budget, which will be the first budget under the Kenya Kwanza administration, at the Parliament. The budget, estimated at Ksh.3.599 trillion, which is the largest in Kenya’s history, will outline the Government’s spending plans beginning […]
By Whitney Akunga George Kariuki and Elisha Komora, two lawyers, who were representing controversial preacher Paul Mackenzie and his co-accused, have withdrawn their services in the case before the Shanzu Law Courts. Speaking to the media on Wednesday 14th June, they said the withdrawal was due to frustration from the state in handling the case […]
By Whitney Akunga The proposed Finance Bill, 2023 tabled on Tuesday 13th at the National Assembly after the Finance and Planning Committee finished scrutinizing the controversial bill. The National Treasury on May 4th tabled the Bill in the National Assembly, sparking uproar among leaders and the public. The proposed taxes have met opposition from within […]
