Kenya's electricity prices climb in August due to higher Fuel Cost Charge, with Sh1,000 now buying 38.8 kWh versus 40.2 kWh in July. Rising costs threaten inflation control efforts.
KRA now empowered to freeze bank accounts and seize assets from housing levy defaulters under Finance Act 2026. Over Sh100 billion evaded despite Sh200 billion collected since 2023.
Competition (Amendment) Bill 2026 introduces "strategic market position" concept to regulate ride-hailing platforms. Proposed law imposes Sh10 million fines for abusive commercial practices against drivers.
Safaricom awards 20.1 million free shares worth Sh707.5 million to senior managers including CEO Peter Ndegwa. Share price nearly triples since 2023, boosting employee stock compensation value.
Teachers Service Commission proposes 5-year teaching license renewal via free TPD programme. New digital platform offers separate modules for classroom teachers and school administrators in Kenya.
Kenya Revenue Authority abandons Excel filing for web-based system starting 2027. Individual taxpayers to file by April 30, companies by June 30 under new staggered deadline structure.
New Gambling Control Regulations 2026 empower families and betting firms to suspend compulsive gamblers' accounts. Kenya joins Belgium, Singapore in allowing third-party gambling intervention.
Kenya Railways Corporation plans 15km SGR extension from Syokimau to Nairobi CBD, eliminating 20km commute. Project includes new stations and Nairobi Railway City integration.
For thousands of Kenyan teachers and government workers, payday has historically come with a frustrating catch : waiting until the wee hours for their...
National Assembly amends Finance Bill 2026 to protect taxpayers from unfair pre-populated income tax assessments. Clause 48 requires KRA to allow 2-month amendment period and provide written explanations for tax avoidance determinations.