In a move to promote sustainable waste management practices, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) of Kenya has issued a public notice directing the transition to the use of biodegradable garbage bags for organic waste collection. The decision comes as… Read More »
Kenya Power to Invest Kshs. 258 Million in Electric Vehicles
Kenya Power has announced that it will invest 258 million Kenyan shillings (about $2 million USD) over the next three years in electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and purchase of electric vehicles and motorcycles. Kenya Power has already launched its… Read More »
TSC Cannot Hire Intern Teachers – Court Ruling
In a ruling delivered on April 17, 2024, the High Court in Nairobi declared that the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) violated labour laws by hiring over 50,000 trained and registered JSS teachers as interns. The case was filed by The… Read More »
Government to release containers held at port and reduce prices
The government has today announced major steps to reduce the costs and challenges faced by businesses and traders in markets around Nairobi after meeting with traders. Earlier today, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua met with the business community from Gikomba, Eastleigh,… Read More »
Safari Rally to Become Five-Day Event – President Ruto
President William Ruto has today announced that Safari Rally is set to be expanded into a five-day event. The rally, which is part of the World Rally Championship (WRC), has been a three-day sporting competition in recent years. Speaking at… Read More »
Skyward Express Launches JKIA to Mombasa Flights
Skyward Express today inaugurated a new direct flight route from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport ((JKIA) in Nairobi to Mombasa. Speaking at the launch event, Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport Kipchumba Murkomen congratulated Skyward Express for enhancing domestic air transport.… Read More »
Explanation of Affordable Housing Levy for Self-Employed and Employees
The Affordable Housing Act of 2024 was signed into law on March 19th, introducing a 1.5% levy on incomes to fund affordable housing projects. The key provisions are: Housing Levy Deductions Government’s Affordable Housing Goals Housing Levy Funds Projected Levy… Read More »
Machogu releases CBET Results Slips and Certificates
Ministry of Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu today released the Competence Based Education and Training Results (CBET) Slips and Certificates at Kenya School of TVET in Nairobi. The CS also released the November/December 2023 TVET CDACC Assessment Series Results. Mr.… Read More »
Kenya Reaffirms Commitment to Global Pandemic Treaty Negotiations
The government has underscored its dedication to the ongoing negotiations for two international legal instruments aimed at preparing the world for future pandemics. Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni Muriuki emphasized the importance of public participation in shaping these critical agreements. In… Read More »