Finance
Kenya owes hundreds of billions of shillings to several countries, with China remaining its biggest bilateral lender, according to the latest Public Debt Bulletin released by the National Treasury. The report shows Kenya’s total public debt stood at Ksh12.86 trillion at the end of April 2026, comprising Ksh7.19 trillion in domestic debt and Ksh5.67 trillion […]
President William Ruto has signed the County Allocation of Revenue Bill, 2026, into law at State House during the 11th Presidential Assent of 2026. The Bill provides for the equitable division of revenue among all 47 counties and provides a framework for managing county functions. It operationalises the Division of Revenue Act, 2026, which has […]
Absa Bank Kenya PLC Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Abdi Mohamed, has resigned from his position, bringing to an end a three-year tenure at the helm of the bank. In a statement on Monday, the bank’s Board of Directors announced that Mohamed’s resignation will take effect on June 30. The Board said he is […]
Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Fred Matiang’i has joined the bandwagon of leaders opposing the government’s plan to introduce annual inspections for private motor vehicles beginning July. This comes as the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) announced that private vehicles older than four years will be subjected to mandatory annual inspections at a cost of KSh2,000 per […]
The National Police Service (NPS) has come under fire after police officers were captured on video violently arresting a physically challenged man during Thursday’s nationwide anti-government protests in Nakuru. The incident, which has sparked widespread public outrage on social media, involved James Thuku, a man who moves on crutches. According to a statement by Senator […]
President William Ruto has honoured a request to have the newly constructed Wajir Stadium named the Ahmed Khalif Wajir Stadium to honour the late prominent political leader hailing from the region. This came after Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi, during the 63rd Madaraka Day celebrations in Wajir on Monday, proposed that the honour would act as […]
COULD YOUR NEXT PEDICURE PUT YOUR HEALTH AT RISK? For many people, getting a pedicure is a way to relax, feel fresh, and improve personal appearance. Beauty salons have become part of everyday life, especially in towns and cities where self-care services are growing quickly. However, health experts are now warning that some salon practices […]
Shule ya Upili ya Wavulana ya Ingotse imefungwa kwa muda usiojulikana baada ya maandamano makali ya wanafunzi kutokea usiku wa Mei 20, jambo lililosababisha uharibifu wa mali na kulemaza shughuli za masomo katika taasisi hiyo. Ghasia hizo, ambazo zinaripotiwa kuanza usiku wa manane, ziliwaona wanafunzi wakizua fujo ndani ya uwanja wa shule, wakiharibu vifaa muhimu […]
The Finance Bill set to be presented in Kenya’s parliament has sparked widespread controversy and debate among Kenyans. Scheduled for a crucial parliamentary session this evening, the bill has encountered significant resistance from various sectors, including opposition leaders, community heads, and religious figures. The widespread dissent reflects a broader dissatisfaction with the government’s financial policies […]
In recent times, Kenyan political activist and senator Okiya Omtatah has gained significant attention for his efforts to block the Finance Bill of 2023. This move, characterized by a blend of legal awareness and a deep commitment to public welfare, underscores a critical moment in Kenya’s democratic and economic landscape. His opposition to the bill […]