Latest government stories from across Kenya.
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has proposed a major push for economic integration with the creation of a single digital visa system. The initiative, announced Monday at the 3rd IGAD Ministerial Conference on Labour,…
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has urged all industry stakeholders to embrace and comply with 13 new energy and petroleum sector regulations gazetted between 2024 and 2025. These regulations represent an upgrade aimed…
The Energy & Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced that the retail prices for Super Petrol, Diesel, and Kerosene will remain constant for the period spanning 15th October 2025 to 14th November 2025. This means that they will…
Kenya’s Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) runs a continuous voter registration (CVR) exercise to ensure every eligible citizen can participate in elections. Registering to vote is a crucial civic duty and is completely…
The Ministry of Education in Kenya has announced a significant policy shift regarding the collection of KCPE (Kenya Certificate of Primary Education) and KCSE (Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education) certificates. Effective 2026,…
Kenya has successfully concluded a tender offer for its 2028 Eurobond, repurchasing US$628.44 million (Ksh. 81.2 billion) of the notes. This liability management exercise was financed using proceeds from the country’s recent US$1.5 billion…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is undertaking a significant digital transformation by introducing Stationless Personal Identification Number (PIN) Service Delivery. This initiative aims to decouple taxpayer services from specific…
The Kenyan government is prioritizing intra-Africa tourism under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) framework as a core strategy to boost the sector’s contribution to Ksh. 1 trillion by the end of 2027. Speaking at the…
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has officially announced the implementation of its new conservation fee structure for entry into all National Parks, Reserves, and Sanctuaries, with the changes set to take effect on Wednesday, October 1,…
Voter registration in Kenya is now underway, as the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has officially resumed its continuous voter registration (CVR) exercise today, September 29, 2025. The IEBC is targeting to register…
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has called on county governments to become active partners in implementing the new Energy (Integrated National Energy Plan) Regulations, 2025. These regulations, which were published…
Countries in the Horn of Africa are strengthening their efforts to combat desert locusts by enhancing surveillance and early warning systems. This move is a direct response to recent devastating invasions, most notably the 2019–2021…
In a move to commemorate World Tourism Day, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has announced free entry for all citizens to national parks, reserves, and sanctuaries on Saturday, September 27th, 2025. This initiative is a part of the…
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced the establishment of the Banking Sector Cybersecurity Operations Centre (BS-SOC), a new initiative aimed at enhancing the resilience of the nation’s banking sector against sophisticated cyber…
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) of Kenya is urging African countries to adopt technology-driven operations in the upstream petroleum sector to remain competitive on a global scale. The call was made by EPRA’s Director…
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…
