The Ministry of Health has expressed serious concern over the growing number of consumable products in the Kenyan market that fail to meet required nutritional standards. According to the 2025 Kenya Market Assessment Report, only 10 per cent of packaged foods currently being sold meet the nutritional content guidelines set by the Kenya Nutrient Profile
Kenyans are once again facing higher fuel prices after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced new pump prices in its latest monthly review. From July 15 to August 14, the prices of super petrol, diesel, and kerosene have gone up by Ksh.8.99, Ksh.8.67, and Ksh.9.65 per litre respectively. These new prices have caused
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has revealed that the Teachers’ Service Commission (TSC) and the funds meant for school capitation are among the key areas being investigated during the ongoing International Monetary Fund (IMF) anti-corruption diagnostic mission in Kenya. Mbadi spoke during a public debate held on Saturday, June 4, where he explained that the
Musalia Mudavadi continues to show why many Kenyans see him as a costly burden to taxpayers. His recent remarks following President William Ruto’s tour of King’s Cross Railway City in London did little to silence growing criticism over repeated benchmarking trips that yield very little. While Mudavadi defended the visit as part of the government’s
The National Assembly has expressed serious concerns about the recent sale of Tullow Oil’s assets to Gulf Energy, a Nairobi-based oil and gas trading firm. The deal, valued at Ksh15 billion (about $120 million), has raised questions due to the lack of clear information shared with the public and policymakers. In a report by the
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has come out to explain a recent change in how taxes on imported second-hand vehicles are calculated. This move comes after KRA made an announcement on May 30, 2025, stating that a new Current Retail Selling Price (CRSP) will take effect from July 1, 2025. The CRSP is the price
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has cautioned that the rising tensions between Pakistan and India could have major economic consequences for Kenya. In a statement issued on Thursday, June 5, the Speaker said the disagreement, which might potentially reignite hostilities between the two nations, could have a substantial impact on the country’s export sector, particularly
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) is facing serious questions after reports showed major financial mismanagement, making many Kenyans worried about the safety of their retirement savings. While workers continue to make their monthly contributions, the fund has been slow in sharing its financial updates. This led to the Office of the Ombudsman, through the
Nelson Amenya, well-known for exposing the Adani-JKIA agreement, has delivered another bombshell. However, this time it is about an alleged hidden redesign of Kenya’s currency, just a year after the money’s security features were upgraded. Amenya told X on Monday, June 2, that the administration had changed the design of the currency and had already
Kenyans are now asking tough questions after it was revealed that money collected from the housing levy might have been used to build markets instead of affordable houses. This shocking news as shared by the daily Nation has raised doubts about the government’s real intentions when it comes to solving the housing crisis. For many,