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The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has agreed to a deal with the Financial Reporting Centre (FRC) that compels lawyers and their staff to report to the government any suspicious financial deals made by their clients.
The obligation for lawyers, accountants, clerks, cleaners, notaries, and other…
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On August 17th, President William Ruto nominated Renson Mulele Ingonga to be the next Director of Public Prosecutions.
In a memo sent to the National Assembly, the President says that Ingonga is a qualified legal practitioner who will serve with honour. The President asked the National…
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The Azimio coalition has accused foreign nations of interfering in Kenya's political affairs.
Leading a group of senators, Siaya senator Oburu Odinga accuses the United States of interfering with Kenya's political climate. Senator Oburu believes bringing up democracy…
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The US government has issued recommendations for Kenya to attract more investments and strengthen its system of governance.
On Wednesday, the US ambassador to Kenya, Meg Whitman, praised the investment opportunities in Kenya, terming it the best investment destination in Africa. The…
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The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) have slated to recruit new members in August and September this year.
The KDF has cautioned against fraudulent recruitment practices amidst the annual recruitment event that entices many applicants with contrasting demeanours and appeals. To be eligible for…
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A bi-partisan team consisting of 10 members has been established to negotiate the post-election standoff of 2022.
The team will report to President William Ruto and Opposition leader Raila Odinga within 60 days. The report will then be presented to Parliament for approval. The motion has opened the…
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In President William Ruto's first year in office, Kenya borrowed the largest amount of money in a single year, leading to a breach of the debt ceiling due to shortfalls in tax revenue and increased repayment obligations.
New data from the Treasury reveals that Kenya's total debt has increased…
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The Kenyan government is proposing to increase taxes on second-hand clothes in an effort to boost the country's struggling cotton industry.
Investment, Trade, and Industry Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has proposed to impose a duty of 25% on imports of clothing, including second-hand garments…
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A Nakuru court has issued a warrant for the arrest of Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago and three county officials linked to the Sh1.1 billion Finland and Canada education programme scandal.
The prosecution had applied for arrest warrants as the four accused did not appear in court to face…
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Over 100,000 pairs of jeans for babies made in Kenya and sold in North America have been recalled by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) due to hazardous features.
During production, the jeans were made with metal snaps that could pose a choking hazard to young children.…
