Pain at the pump as EPRA sharply increases fuel prices for October-November period
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced a major upward revision in maximum retail petroleum prices...
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Why Kenya’s housing sector does not depend on the Housing Levy
When political discourse around public policy turns into threats of systemic collapse, voters are wise to check the...
Why Kenya doesn’t need a foreign messiah in Dangote to refine petroleum
In recent months, public discourse in Kenya around industrialization and energy independence has been dominated by a singular...
High Court nullifies Government’s Ksh. 204B Safaricom stake sale to Vodacom
In a landmark ruling, the High Court of Kenya has nullified the State’s Ksh. 204 billion sale of...
IEBC announces special voter registration drive for Ol-Kalou Constituency
Following the completion of a recent by-election that temporarily halted voter registration in the area, the Independent Electoral...
KRA waives penalties and interest following iTax system downtime
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced a full waiver of penalties and interest incurred by taxpayers due...
EPRA holds fuel prices flat for September-October cycle
Retail pump prices for Super Petrol, Diesel, and Kerosene will remain unchanged for the period covering September 15...
Nairobi’s 2026 Finance Act targets content creators, events & nightlife
Following months of public participation, policy review, and intense debate within the Nairobi City County Assembly, the Nairobi...
Kenya releases new travel health insurance requirements for foreign visitors
The Ministry of Health has issued an official statement providing clarity on the legal foundation and implementation strategy...
CBK reopens infrastructure treasury bonds seeking Ksh. 150 billion
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), acting as the fiscal agent for the Republic of Kenya, has issued...
African Union launches YAPI initiative to boost youth inclusion in Agrifood systems
The African Union Commission (AUC), in collaboration with the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD), AGRA, and the International...
Kenya targets 5 million visitors as Magical Kenya Travel Expo 2026 launches
Kenya is gearing up to host more than 10,000 delegates from over 40 countries at the 16th edition...
Inside KRA’s unexplained four days eTIMS meltdown
What was originally scheduled as a routine 20-hour system upgrade turned into a prolonged four-day digital blackout for...
KRA launches new advance cargo declaration platform for containerized cargo
In a move to streamline maritime trade and enhance port security, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced...
Absa Special Fund among new unit trusts & sub-funds approved by CMA
The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has announced the registration of two new umbrella unit trust schemes alongside several...
Why an IEBC system blackout is inexcusable in year of our lord 2026
On Tuesday evening, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) issued a brief statement announcing a temporary disruption...
Over 290,000 students placed as KUCCPS releases 2026 Higher Education results
The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has officially released the placement results for the 2025...
KRA re-introduces tax amnesty programme under Finance Act 2026
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has officially published the operational guidelines for the newly re-introduced Tax Amnesty Programme....
All you need to know about the US$1.25 billion World Bank loan to Kenya
Kenya has successfully unlocked a massive US$1.25 billion (Kes 161.86 billion) financing package from the World bank. The...
High Court declares 2 sections of the Cybercrimes Amendment Act as unconstitutional
In a landmark judgment for digital rights and free speech, the High Court of Kenya at Milimani has...
How to replace your KCPE & KCSE certificates online
The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has officially launched a new digital e-Certificate platform, allowing former Kenya Certificate...
Inside Kenya’s crisis of state abductions and police violence
The foundational bond between law enforcement and the public relies entirely on trust. When that trust is shattered...
All you need to know about the new National Cybersecurity Agency in Kenya
The Government of Kenya has enacted the National Cybersecurity Agency Order 2026, under Legal Notice No. 89. This...
Kenya to export refined petroleum products to Rwanda in historic G2G deal
The governments of Kenya and Rwanda have officially signed three landmark Import Framework Agreements. The deal fully opens...
Scrapped sections of Cybercrime Law saves creator Francis Lesilampa from jail
When Francis Lesilampa was arrested and charged in July 2025 for allegedly publishing a fabricated M-Pesa message about...
A guide to the new instant fines framework by NTSA
As of June 1st, 2026, the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has officially operationalized an enforcement framework...
Nairobi partners with Bloomberg Philanthropies to tackle rising road fatalities
The Nairobi City County Government has officially joined the Bloomberg Philanthropies Initiative for Global Road Safety (BIGRS). Nairobi...
Why Kenya’s boarding schools are death traps & how to reclaim parental authority
In August 2023, Senator Edwin Sifuna stood before the Senate and tabled a motion. His motion laid bare...
Nairobi County announces 6-month grace period for property regularisation
Nairobi City County has officially launched a public awareness campaign alongside a six-month compliance window, allowing property owners...
Kenya’s Draft National Data Governance Policy needs retooling to make it useful
Kenya’s Ministry of Information, Communications, and the Digital Economy recently pulled back the curtain on its Draft National...
Kenyan hospitals run dry as medicine rots in KEMSA warehouses
Public healthcare in Kenya often feels like a cruel riddle. How can a patient be handed a prescription...
Banking sector rallies behind 5% PAYE reduction to stimulate Kenya’s economy
The Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) has stepped up its advocacy for a fairer tax regime, proposing a uniform...
Why Kenya’s ultimatum to X to set up an office locally is unnecessary
In a recent address to the Senate, Kenya’s Ministry of Information, Communications, and the Digital Economy, led by...
Kenya accelerates national biofuel rollout under new regulations
Kenya is officially stepping on the gas, or rather, the bioethanol, as it advances the implementation of the...
Why Safaricom’s Ksh. 9.9M privacy ruling reshapes Kenya’s digital landscape
In Constitutional Petition E095 of 2026, the High Court ordered corporate giant Safaricom PLC to pay Ksh. 900,000...
Germany donates €205,000 in ICT equipment to EAC to boost regional digital integration
The German government has delivered ICT infrastructure valued at €205,000 to the East African Community (EAC) Secretariat. The...
Adan Mohamed sworn in as new head of KRA
Seasoned corporate executive and public servant Adan Abdulla Mohamed has officially been sworn in as the new Commissioner...
Why EPRA’s token fuel cuts are an insult to Kenyans
Following intense public outcry and emergency consultations with transport sector stakeholders, the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA)...
New forex surcharge & water levy to push Kenyan Power bills higher
Kenyan consumers and businesses are bracing for a fresh spike in electricity costs following a new tariff adjustment...
EPRA reduces price of diesel by Ksh. 10 as public pressure mounts on high fuel prices
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has bowed to stakeholder demands and made a swift revision to...
Why Kenya’s latest fuel price increase is a masterclass in economic injustice
For the ordinary Kenyan commuter, economic stability didn’t just erode this week, it hit a brick wall. Within...
The Finance Bill 2026 tightens the noose on Kenya’s Digital Economy
The Finance Bill 2026 has sent shockwaves through the private sector and Kenyan households alike. While the National...