4 h. ago Kenya 2027: Ruto’s defiance on power transfer fuels talk of a cornered presidency

Kenya 2027: Ruto’s defiance on power transfer fuels talk of a cornered presidency  The Africa Report.com

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5 h. ago DP Kindiki pushes Cabinet to deliver ‘tangible’ results in the second half of Ruto’s term

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 19— Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on government officials to shift focus from planning to tangible delivery as the Kenya Kwanza administration reaches its midterm point. DP Kindiki emphasized the need for honest introspection on the government’s performance, particularly in implementing the ambitious pledges made during the 2022 General Election campaign. […] The post DP Kindiki pushes Cabinet to deliver ‘tangible’ results in the second half of Ruto’s term appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 h. ago Kindiki: Radical and Bold commitment calls for public scrutiny

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 19 – Deputy President Kithure Kindiki urged Cabinet Secretaries and senior government officials that the government must now shift its full focus from planning to tangible delivery of its promises to the people. Speaking during the Third National Executive Retreat opening at KCB Leadership Centre, Kajiado County, DP Kindiki acknowledged the mounting […] The post Kindiki: Radical and Bold commitment calls for public scrutiny appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 h. ago ALTERED: This video of Kenya’s President William Ruto speaking about Uganda is edited

ALTERED: This video of Kenya’s President William Ruto speaking about Uganda is edited  PesaCheck

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14 h. ago Babu Owino Accuses Government of Sanctioning Police Brutality, Demands Ruto Takes Responsibility

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 19 – Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has accused the government of issuing shoot-to-kill orders against civilians and called on President William Ruto to take full responsibility for what he termed as “deliberate, targeted attacks” on unarmed protesters during Tuesday’s demonstrations. Speaking at Kenyatta National Hospital on Wednesday morning after […]

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16 h. ago OCS Talaam Remanded as Court Cites Evidence Tampering and Police Culture of Silence

A Nairobi court has ordered the continued detention of Nairobi Central Police Station OCS Samson Talaam for 15 days as investigations into the death of blogger Albert Ojwang continue. Magistrate BenMark Ekhubi, who delivered the ruling, denied Talaam bail, saying the prosecution had presented compelling evidence that justified his continued stay in custody. Ekhubi said the information brought to court showed that releasing Talaam could undermine the integrity of the ongoing investigation. He noted that while courts typically require direct evidence of threats or witness interference, the prosecution had already demonstrated serious concerns, including allegations that the crime scene and The post OCS Talaam Remanded as Court Cites Evidence Tampering and Police Culture of Silence appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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16 h. ago Ojwang’s Family Defends Ruto’s Ksh2M Donation Amid Public Backlash

The family of the late teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang’ has thanked President William Ruto for personally reaching out to comfort them following Albert’s death while in police custody. Family spokesperson Harman Opiyo commended the President for calling Albert’s father, Meshack Ojwang’, to express his condolences. He described the gesture as one that reflects empathy and leadership. “President Ruto saw it necessary to comfort us, and as a family, we appreciate this gesture. It is his responsibility as a national leader to show concern,” said Opiyo. Alongside the condolence message, President Ruto also extended a donation of Ksh2 million to The post Ojwang’s Family Defends Ruto’s Ksh2M Donation Amid Public Backlash appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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16 h. ago Teenage Mothers in Kenya to Receive Special Medical Cover, IDs Under New SHA Program

Teenage mothers in Kenya will no longer have to depend on their parents’ health insurance, thanks to a new government initiative that grants them independent medical coverage. The move marks a major step in bridging long-standing gaps in adolescent maternal healthcare. The Social Health Authority (SHA) has launched a specialized health coverage program targeting pregnant teenagers and young mothers. This is part of a broader reform to strengthen Kenya’s healthcare system following the rollout of the national health insurer last year. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale announced the program, reaffirming the Kenya Kwanza administration’s dedication to achieving Universal Health Coverage The post Teenage Mothers in Kenya to Receive Special Medical Cover, IDs Under New SHA Program appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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16 h. ago Political Parties Fund: UDA Tops List as ODM, Jubilee and Wiper Secure Millions

President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) is set to receive the lion’s share of the Political Parties Fund, with an allocation of KSh480 million, making it the top beneficiary among registered political parties in Kenya. UDA’s windfall reflects its strong showing in the last general election, which remains the primary criterion for fund allocation. In the Kenya Kwanza coalition, other affiliated parties are also set to benefit. Ford Kenya, led by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, has been allocated KSh21 million. Maendeleo Chap Chap (MCC), associated with Labour CS Alfred Mutua, will receive KSh10.5 million, while Pamoja African Alliance The post Political Parties Fund: UDA Tops List as ODM, Jubilee and Wiper Secure Millions appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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24 h. ago Kenya’s opposition vows to take Ruto to ICC over extrajudicial killings, abductions

Kenya’s opposition vows to take Ruto to ICC over extrajudicial killings, abductions  The Eastleigh Voice

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24 h. ago Joint parliamentary mediation talks settle on Sh 415 Billion for counties

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 18 – Senators’ ambitious push to have counties allocated KSh 465 billion in the current financial year has fallen, after mediation talks with the National Assembly settled on KSh 415 billion for the next fiscal cycle. A joint mediation committee from both Houses had been deadlocked over the equitable share of revenue […] The post Joint parliamentary mediation talks settle on Sh 415 Billion for counties appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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24 h. ago Interior CS Murkomen summoned as MPs castigate IPOA over Ojwang’s murder investigations

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 18 – Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang’ula has directed Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen to appear before the House next Wednesday to respond to concerns raised by Members of Parliament on the controversial murder of blogger and teacher Albert Ojwang’. The Speaker’s directive came after members expressed dissatisfaction with the […] The post Interior CS Murkomen summoned as MPs castigate IPOA over Ojwang’s murder investigations appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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25 h. ago Ruto bids farewell to US envoy Marc Dillard, reaffirms strong Kenya

Ruto bids farewell to US envoy Marc Dillard, reaffirms strong Kenya-US ties  KBC Digital

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26 h. ago A UN Housing Project in Kenya Promised 100,000 Homes. It Delivered None.

A UN Housing Project in Kenya Promised 100,000 Homes. It Delivered None.  PassBlue

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31 h. ago Kenya's William Ruto Did Not Respond to Tanzanian President After She Accused Kenyan Activists of Meddling

Kenya's William Ruto Did Not Respond to Tanzanian President After She Accused Kenyan Activists of Meddling - Viral Video Misleading  allAfrica.com

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31 h. ago Kenya’s Ruto defiant amid protests and UK condemnation of police brutality

Kenya’s Ruto defiant amid protests and UK condemnation of police brutality  The North Africa Post

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35 h. ago Kenya’s William Ruto did not respond to Tanzanian president after she accused Kenyan activists of meddling – viral video misleading

Kenya’s William Ruto did not respond to Tanzanian president after she accused Kenyan activists of meddling – viral video misleading  Africa Check

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40 h. ago National Assembly Shoots Down Proposal to Ease PAYE Tax Pressure on Salaried Kenyans

The National Assembly’s Finance Committee has shot down a proposed amendment in the Finance Bill 2025 that sought to revise the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) tax bands to ease the financial strain on low and middle-income earners. The proposal had recommended expanding the current PAYE brackets to 10%, 17.5%, 25%, 27.5%, and 30%. It also sought to empower the Treasury Cabinet Secretary to adjust these tax bands by up to 10% every three years to account for inflation. Proponents of the changes argued that widening the tax bands would make the tax system fairer and more aligned with global The post National Assembly Shoots Down Proposal to Ease PAYE Tax Pressure on Salaried Kenyans appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Economics

40 h. ago Finance Committee Rejects KRA’s Push to Monitor Taxpayers’ Bank and Mobile Transactions

The National Assembly’s Finance Committee has urged Parliament to delete a controversial provision in the 2025 Finance Bill that would have allowed the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) to access taxpayers’ personal and financial information without court approval. At the heart of the dispute is Clause 52, which proposes to repeal Section 59A(1B) of the Tax Procedures Act. This section currently protects businesses from being compelled to share their customers’ personal data with tax authorities. If passed, the change would give KRA unchecked access to sensitive data, such as mobile money transactions, bank details, and even trade secrets, all in the The post Finance Committee Rejects KRA’s Push to Monitor Taxpayers’ Bank and Mobile Transactions appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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40 h. ago President Ruto Rejects ‘Wantam’ Label, Emphasizes Impact Over Tenure

President William Ruto has firmly pushed back against critics attempting to define his leadership by term limits, asserting that his administration’s success will be measured by its transformative impact on Kenyans, not by the duration of his time in office. This stance comes amidst calls from opposition figures for a ‘one-term’ presidency, a sentiment often dubbed ‘Wantam’ in local political discourse. However, President Ruto maintains that development and tangible improvements in the lives of citizens should be the sole criteria for evaluating his tenure. “I will not allow anybody to define me in terms of time, terms, and elections, no. The post President Ruto Rejects ‘Wantam’ Label, Emphasizes Impact Over Tenure appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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