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Uganda has taken legal action against Kenya over an oil importation agreement, filing a case at the East African Court of Justice. According to court documents submitted on December 28, 2023, Uganda alleges that the Kenyan government has prevented the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) from granting a license …

Raila Odinga, the leader of the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya coalition party, has called on President William Ruto to reduce the burden of taxation and lower the cost of living in response to the President’s New Year’s message. Speaking at Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega County on Monday, Odinga acknowledged …

Nyeri Catholic Archbishop Anthony Muheria has urged the government to alleviate the financial burden on Kenyan citizens by reconsidering the existing tax regime. In an interview marking the end of 2023, Muheria acknowledged the challenges faced by Kenyans, particularly with increased taxation and a high cost of living. He emphasized …

Former Treasury CS Henry Rotich organized a gratitude gathering at his parent’s residence to mark his exoneration from the legal charges in the Arror and Kimwarer Dams case. Rotich, visibly emotional, expressed his forgiveness toward those responsible for what he described as “politically instigated charges.” “I have forgiven them because …

Motorists using the Nairobi Expressway will experience a rise in toll fees, as the government has revised the rates, according to a Special Gazette notice issued on December 19, 2023, by Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen. In exercising the powers conferred by section 4B(3) of the Public Roads Tolls Act, the …

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has appealed to Kenyans to exercise patience as the government works towards addressing the economic difficulties confronting the nation. Speaking in Nakuru on New Year’s Eve, the DP acknowledged the tough conditions experienced by Kenyans in the past year but assured them that the coming year …

Authorities in Eldoret have apprehended two individuals suspected to be involved in the murder of Benjamin Kiplagat, a Ugandan athlete born in Kenya. The lifeless body of the athlete was discovered in his car on Sunday morning in Kimumu estate on the outskirts of Eldoret town. Moiben Sub-county Police Commander, …

A fire that broke out during the New Year celebrations at Nairobi’s Old Mutual Towers has been successfully extinguished. According to reports, the blaze was sparked by a New Year fireworks display at the iconic skyline on Sunday night. Images and videos circulated on various social media platforms depicted thick …

In his New Year’s message, President William Ruto criticized the opposition, alleging that they are undermining the government’s agenda. President Ruto, while emphasizing his accomplishments, pointed out various policies, programs, and strategic measures designed to advance the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda. The President acknowledged the importance of questioning policies and …

In light of over 4,000 recorded road accident deaths linked to drug abuse, the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) is advocating for responsible alcohol use during the festive season. Patrick Obura, Director of Corporate Services at NACADA, emphasized the need for caution while launching …