KENYA NEWS

President William Ruto has declined to sign the controversial Finance Bill 2024. This decision comes in the wake of widespread public protests and growing concern over proposed tax changes that many citizens viewed as punitive and detrimental to their economic well-being. The Finance Bill has been…

The Kenyan parliament has approved the dispatch of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel within the country to restore order. This decision comes after a motion proposed by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah was endorsed by the House. The move was preceded by an official…

Protests have erupted across Kenya in response to the controversial Finance Bill 2024, which has ignited widespread public outcry. The proposed legislation has been met with fierce opposition due to its perceived harsh measures and potential to exacerbate the financial struggles of many households…

Safaricom has found itself at the center of controversy amid recent anti-tax demonstrations and youth-led protests. Social media platforms have been rife with allegations that the company shared customers' personal information, leading to arrests and alleged abductions. However, Safaricom has…

The Kenyan National Assembly has passed the contentious Finance Bill 2024 despite significant opposition from political rivals and the general public. The bill, which introduces a series of controversial tax measures, has been approved by a vote of 195 to 106, with no abstentions. This victory for…

A section of Parliament buildings was on Tuesday afternoon engulfed in flames. Plumes of smoke filled the sky as protestors breached police barricades and stormed the complex. The fire reportedly began on the third floor of the National Council of Provinces building, rapidly spreading to encompass…

The Azimio Coalition has elected to withdraw all of its proposed amendments to the Finance Bill 2024. This decision, made by Azimio-allied Members of Parliament (MPs), marks a notable shift in the ongoing legislative process surrounding this contentious bill. The Finance Bill 2024 has been a focal…

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Junior of Makueni County has firmly refuted claims that he intends to leave the Wiper Party and join the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). Speaking in Kibwezi East, Kilonzo addressed the swirling rumours head-on, reaffirming his loyalty to Wiper and its leader Kalonzo…

A contingent of 400 Kenyan police officers is set to depart for Haiti, marking a significant step in addressing the Caribbean nation's ongoing gang violence crisis. President William Ruto expresses optimism about the mission's potential impact, particularly in providing relief to Haitian citizens…

A group of Kenya Kwanza lawmakers and officials who joined President William Ruto at a church event in Nyahururu town on Sunday quickly left the venue to steer clear of a potential clash with demonstrators. The leaders quietly slipped away from the school to sidestep any confrontation with the…