Latest government stories from across Kenya.
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced key leadership appointments as part of its ongoing strategy to enhance institutional capacity, improve service delivery, and achieve organizational excellence. The KRA Board and Management…
Kenya is set to host the 10th edition of the Aviation Africa Summit in September 2026 in Nairobi. Teresia Mbaika, Principal Secretary of the State Department for Aviation & Aerospace Development, emphasized that the summit will not only…
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has introduced new digital initiatives to streamline the application process for reflective number plates and motor vehicle inspections, significantly reducing the time citizens spend on…
The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) is launching a major initiative to reposition the Mount Kenya region as a key adventure tourism destination through its Magical Kenya Mountain & Trail Series. The four day Mt Kenya Trails Edition, which kicked…
For any nation to thrive, its revenue authority must be more than just a tax collector; it needs to be a partner in progress, fostering voluntary compliance by earning the trust of its citizens. The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), as it…
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced the resumption of its continuous voter registration (CVR) exercise, which is set to begin on Monday, September 29, 2025. This initiative is a vital step in ensuring…
The 2025 Chandler Good Government Index (CGGI) has named Mauritius as the top government in Africa for the fifth year in a row. The new report highlights that while Africa’s overall governance score is the lowest of all regions, there has…
The latest climate outlook for the October to December 2025 rainy season predicts a high likelihood of below normal rainfall and warmer than usual temperatures across most of the Greater Horn of Africa. This forecast was released by the…
The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) has warned Kenyans not to use the medication Ozempic for weight loss. PPB has issued a safety alert to the public regarding the unsupervised and off-label use of Semaglutide for weight loss. The board…
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced the results of its recent Treasury Bill auction, revealing strong investor appetite across all tenors. The auction included the 91-day, 182-day, and 364-day Treasury Bills, with a total amount…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has issued a public notice to clarify an amendment to the Income Tax Act introduced by the Finance Act, 2025, concerning the taxation of gratuity payments. The key provisions are as follows: 1. Tax…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is advancing its digital transformation agenda by collaborating directly with the country’s tech community. At its second API masterclass, the KRA highlighted the success of its GavaConnect Enterprise API…
The Katiba Institute (KI) and the Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) have filed a petition in the High Court of Kenya, Petition No. E00C1PP/E01 E001 of 2025, to challenge the nomination of Dr. Duncan Oberu Ojwang as the Chairperson of…
The Kenya National Innovation Agency (KeNIA) brought together 25 Vice Chancellors and Deputy Vice Chancellors for an Entrepreneurial Leaders’ Training Program (ELTP) designed to accelerate innovation and commercialization in Kenya’s higher…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has introduced the use of National Identity Card (ID) numbers as a new login option for individual users on the iTax platform. This is part of an ongoing campaign by KRA to simplify tax processes.…
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has clarified that a recent notice about updating vehicle records and duty status only applies to motorists whose information is incorrect or outdated. If your vehicle details and duty…
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has mandated that all motor vehicle and motorcycle owners update their records and tax status. NTSA Director General George Njao confirmed that a new vehicle update tool and module are now…
Kenya’s media landscape has entered a new phase today with the official launch of the Code of Conduct for Media Practice, 2025. The new code of conduct was revised and then sent to the parliament for approval by the Media Council of Kenya…
On Sunday, 27th July, ministers responsible for Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) convened in an meeting to deliberate on the future of AFRINIC, the Regional Internet Registry (RIR) for Africa. AFRINIC is currently…
Kenya has committed to strengthening the convergences between air transport and tourism as part of its broader strategy to foster job creation, drive investment, and boost destination competitiveness across the African continent. This was…
Kenyans planning to travel to the United States face a significant cost increase starting this October, as the Trump administration has introduced a new mandatory Visa Integrity Fee of at least $250 (approximately Ksh 32,500). The new…
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has commenced the rollout of a major recruitment drive aimed at developing a skilled and adaptable workforce. This move aligns with the KRA’s 9th Corporate Plan under its Key Result Areas, which seeks to…
The first Africa Digital Parliamentary Summit was held and it focused on building legislative capacity in Artificial Intelligence (AI), data protection, digital health and smart manufacturing, in a bid to promote evidence-based…
The process for recalling a Senator in Kenya is governed by the same legal framework as that for a Member of the National Assembly (MP), Article 104 of the Constitution and the Elections Act, 2011. The procedure is nearly identical, with…
