New Anti-Narcotics Unit to Be Established Within DCI as Ruto Declares War on Drugs
NAIROBI, Kenya- A new Anti-Narcotics Unit is set to be established within the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), with the formation expected to receive...
Why Kenya Is Raising Import Taxes on Cars and Electronics to Push Local Manufacturing
NAIROBI, Kenya - The government has defended its controversial decision to raise taxes on imported vehicles and electronics, arguing that the move is necessary...
Matiang’i to IEBC: Register Millions of Youth Voters in 2026 or Risk 2027 Election Fallout
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has issued a direct call to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to prioritise mass voter registration...
Ruto Hails Sh40bn Galana-Kulalu Dam Deal as Kenya Shifts to Large-Scale Irrigation for Food Security
NAIROBI, Kenya - President William Ruto has welcomed the signing of a Sh40 billion contract for the construction of the Galana-Kulalu Dam, terming it...
Government Targets 500,000 Affordable Houses in 2026 as Housing Levy Rakes in Sh65bn – CS Wahome
MURANG'A, Kenya - The government plans to construct 500,000 affordable housing units in 2026, Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome has announced, signalling an ambitious...
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