President William Ruto has confirmed a proposal to raise Kenya’s minimum taxable income from KSh24,000 to KSh30,000, arguing that the move will offer real relief to millions of households struggling with the rising cost of living. Speaking on Wednesday at State House while hosting UDA aspirants, Ruto said the tax changes form part of a…
ODM party leader Oburu Oginga. [File, Standard] The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) could soon find itself in a serious dilemma because of its legally binding affiliation to former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s Azimio One Kenya Coalition, even as it hurtles towards forming a new alliance with President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA). Legal experts say…
Ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, East Africa racing against time to get new stadiums ready for the tournament. Here is all you need to know about the facilities. With East Africa set to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania are in a race against time to have…
Kenya has launched its National Electric Mobility Policy, setting a framework to accelerate the transition to electric transport, reduce reliance on imported petroleum, strengthen energy security and cut greenhouse gas emissions. The policy was unveiled at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), aiming to modernise the transport sector, support climate action, and unlock industrial and…
President William Ruto at State House during a meeting with 2027 UDA Aspirants. [PCS] The government plans to introduce tax amendments once Parliament resumes, aiming to ease the burden on low-income earners. President William Ruto on Wednesday, Feb 4, said Kenyans earning below Sh30, 000 will be exempt from paying taxes (PAYE), while…
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka during a requiem mass at Holy Family Minor Basilica, Nairobi. [File, Standard] Former President Uhuru Kenyatta on Monday chaired a rare Azimio Council meeting and announced drastic leadership changes in the Coalition party, which points to a retired president who is warming up to another duel,…
Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) Managing Director Capt. William Ruto has pledged Sh2 million to construct a modern science laboratory at Jimba Primary School in Rabai Sub-County. Captain Ruto also promised to equip the laboratory with five desktop computers and laptops, as well as a water pump, as part of the Authority’s corporate social responsibility programme….
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka during a requiem mass at Holy Family Minor Basilica, Nairobi. [File, Standard] Former President Uhuru Kenyatta on Monday chaired a rare Azimio Council meeting and announced drastic leadership changes in the Coalition party, which points to a retired president who is warming up to another duel,…
Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir holds up the newly introduced green number plate for electric vehicles at the launch of Kenya’s National Electric Mobility Policy at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre in Nairobi on February 3, 2026. Electric vehicles in Kenya will now carry distinctive green number plates as the government intensifies efforts to promote…
The High Court has dismissed a bid by 21 former advisers to President William Ruto to suspend a landmark ruling that declared their offices unconstitutional. The advisers had sought to remain in office for six months to manage a transition, but the court rejected their application, describing it as legally baseless, unfounded, and barred by…
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka during a requiem mass at Holy Family Minor Basilica, Nairobi. [File, Standard] Former President Uhuru Kenyatta on Monday chaired a rare Azimio Council meeting and announced drastic leadership changes in the Coalition party, which points to a retired president who is warming up to another duel,…
Treasury CS John Mbadi. [File, Standard] Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi now admits the 2024 anti-government protests continue to drag down Kenya’s economy and complicate negotiations with international lenders. Speaking on Tuesday, January 3, Mbadi said a single day of economic disruption from demonstrations requires three months of recovery time, a reality he claims to…
The national government will expend Sh500 million to accelerate rural electrification schemes in Tana River County, which will see 4,000 households connected to the national power grid. The move is part of the Ministry of Energy efforts towards attaining universal electricity connectivity across the country by launching multiple high-impact rural electrification projects with a strong…
David Ndii with fellow Ruto advisers. [File, Standard] The High Court has dealt a major blow to 21 former President William Ruto’s advisers, including David Ndii and Harriet Chigai, after dismissing their attempt to return to office for six months to complete handovers. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has reported that the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has so far registered 9,165 aspirants seeking the party’s ticket ahead of the 2027 General Election. Kindiki made the announcement through his official social media channels on Monday, February 2, 2026, just days after UDA opened its aspirants’ registration forum. The registration is…