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Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe has revealed a commitment from Zambia to supply up to one million 90kg bags of maize to Kenya following the sharp rise in unga prices to KSh 160 per 2kg packet on Friday, in efforts to stabilise flour costs.
Kenya’s government reintroduced a fuel subsidy using Sh4 billion from motorists, allocating Sh400 million to oil firms to cap diesel and kerosene price rises.
18 Aug, 2025 · 19 min read · 2,503 views
President Ruto promised a Youth Enterprise Investment Bank with Ksh9.75B capital for affordable loans and credit guarantees, plus Ksh50K grants under NYOTA starting September.
12 Aug, 2025 · 21 min read · 2,591 views
Kenya’s government introduced new wheat prices for the 2025/26 season, setting Grade 1 at Sh4,750 per 90kg bag, Grade 2 at Sh4,650, and Grade 3 under a willing buyer–willing seller arrangement.
26 Jul, 2025 · 28 min read · 2,543 views
Boda boda riders threatened demonstrations over a new regulation bill, calling it unfair, costly, and confusing, while warning of livelihood disruptions and NTSA role duplication, with MPs urging amendments.
25 Jul, 2025 · 31 min read · 2,397 views
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki led the Cherangany Constituency Economic Empowerment Forum for Women Groups and SACCOs in Kipkeikei, Trans Nzoia County, promoting economic inclusion and sustainable development for women.
11 Jul, 2025 · 31 min read · 2,296 views
Kenya’s government announced the removal of income tax exemptions for foreign workers, a move aimed at boosting revenue but criticized for potentially deterring skilled international talent, impacting sectors like technology, finance, and NGOs.
09 Jul, 2025 · 31 min read · 2,458 views
President William Ruto announced a KSh 1 billion investment to connect over 12,000 households in Embu County to electricity, alongside plans for three new markets, aiming to drive economic growth and development in the region
05 Jul, 2025 · 31 min read · 2,553 views
A UN report highlighted Kenya’s public debt crisis, with interest payments reaching KSh 1.1 trillion in 2024 and absorbing a third of revenue, severely limiting funding for healthcare and education as debt hits KSh 11.36 trillion by March 2025.
04 Jul, 2025 · 31 min read · 2,371 views
Jakakimba goes viral after sarcastically suggesting that breakups should be blamed on President Ruto, triggering laughter and debate online.
04 Jul, 2025 · 0 min read · 2,180 views