January 23, 2025
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Chief Justice Koome Decries Judiciary’s Underfunding, Calls For Equal Priority With Health And Education

Chief Justice Martha Koome has raised concerns over the persistent underfunding of the Judiciary, highlighting its detrimental impact on justice delivery in Kenya. Speaking at the opening of the Kamwangi Law Courts in Gatundu North, Kiambu County, she called for the Judiciary to receive financial support comparable to other critical sectors like health, education, and

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Billions Lost As Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu Exposes Youth Fund’s Debt Crisis And Mismanagement

Kenya’s Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF), a key initiative meant to empower young entrepreneurs, is under scrutiny after an audit by Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu revealed that over Sh2.5 billion in loans may never be recovered. The findings, covering the financial period ending June 30, 2023, cast doubt on the fund’s accountability and debt management practices.

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Millions Lost In TSC Overpayment Scandal As Slow Recovery Sparks Public Outcry And Calls For CEO Nancy Macharia Investigated

Revelations of massive salary overpayments within Kenya’s Teachers Service Commission (TSC) which is under Nancy Macharia” warch have raised public concern. In a recent report, Auditor General Nancy Gathungu highlighted troubling figures, revealing that Kshs. 358.8 million in overpayments remain outstanding. Despite attempts to recover these funds, the pace of collection has been slow, prompting

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Suspended SHA CEO Wachira On The Spot As Ksh 1.5 Billion Diverted To Insurers, Hospital Payments Neglected Amid Alleged NHIF Loyalty

The saga surrounding former SHA CEO Wachira’s recent suspension has brought to light numerous challenges within the agency’s operations and exposed tensions between SHA leadership and other governmental bodies. This scrutiny comes amid accusations that Wachira prioritized payments to two insurance companies over settling critical hospital bills, against directives from the SHA board. According to

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Corruption, Favourism And Political Influence Plague Kenya Wildlife Service Under Erastus Kanga’s Leadership

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), a cornerstone institution in Kenya’s conservation efforts, has found itself at the center of controversy since the appointment of Acting Director General Erastus Kanga. Reports of corruption, mismanagement, and political interference have clouded Kanga’s tenure, sparking public and governmental calls for accountability and reform. Accusations of unethical procurement, favoritism in

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Inside EPRA’s Costly Deals: How Kenya’s Energy Policies Are Fueling Economic Strain Under Questionable Leadership

Recent controversies surrounding the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) have drawn public attention, as reports suggest that questionable deals backed by top officials including David Ndii and former Energy CS Chirchir are straining Kenya’s economy. A video from October 2023 raised concerns, accusing individuals like David Ndii and Davis Chirchir of promoting deals that

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Kenyan Electricity Costs Plummet 22% in Nine-Month Period

Kenyan consumers and businesses are experiencing significant relief as electricity prices have fallen by 22% over the last nine months. The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) attributes this decrease to favorable foreign exchange rates and reduced fuel expenses. According to the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC), the average per kilowatt-hour cost has decreased

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MPs have begun collecting signatures for an impeachment motion against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua

The motion is based on allegations of constitutional violations, gross misconduct, and abuse of office. Specific complaints include making divisive statements, showing favoritism towards certain regions, and breaching the Official Secrets Act. According to the Kenyan Constitution, the impeachment process requires signatures from at least a third of all MPs (117 out of 349) to

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KRA Intensifies Crackdown on Tax Evation

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has significantly ramped up its efforts to combat tax evasion, resulting in a series of high-profile cases involving prominent business figures. Humphrey Kariuki: The ongoing legal battle surrounding tycoon Humphrey Kariuki’s alleged Sh41 billion tax evasion case continues to make headlines. The KRA is pursuing charges related to tax evasion

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Social Hospital Insurance Fund: What You Need To Know

Kenya’s healthcare sector is poised for a significant transformation with the proposed implementation of the Integrated Healthcare Information Technology System (IHTS), a KES 104 billion project led by Safaricom in partnership with Apeiro Limited and Konvergenz Network Solutions. This initiative, aimed at digitizing Kenya’s health services, has sparked a national debate on its merits and

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