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Nearly 50 families from Mbotela Estate in Nairobi have been stranded without homes for a month after being evicted in what they describe as an illegal move by a private developer. The affected families, led by Embakasi North MP James Gakuya, have strongly condemned the eviction, accusing the unidentified developer of disregarding a court order that had stopped the evictions. Gakuya also criticized the government for allowing such evictions to take place and failing to provide alternative housing for the displaced families. He did not hold back in his criticism of Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja and other local leaders, accusing…

Ruto Holds Second Call With US Secretary Marco Rubio Over Congo Conflict President William Ruto had another phone conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to discuss the ongoing crisis in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Their discussion focused on the recent takeover of Goma and Bukavu by the M23 rebel group, which is reportedly backed by Rwanda. The call, which took place on Friday, February 21, highlighted the worsening security situation in the region. Both leaders agreed that a military approach would not be a viable solution to the escalating conflict. Instead, they strongly condemned…

he relationship management framework, taxpayers will receive more personalized assistance to meet their specific compliance requirements,” KRA stated. Introduction of a New Technology Department As part of the changes, KRA is introducing a new department known as the Business Strategy, Technology, and Enterprise Modernisation Department. This unit will focus on making tax filing and compliance easier by enhancing efficiency. The department’s responsibilities will include eliminating unnecessary procedures, making better use of internal resources, and adopting advanced analytics and automation to improve service delivery. “KRA is committed to ensuring a smooth transition during this period and assures the public that service…

New Zealand National Reveals Role in Multi-Million Fraud Scheme Run by Kenyan Scammers A New Zealand national recently testified in court, shedding light on how Kenyan scammers used him as part of a complex fraudulent scheme to steal millions of shillings from unsuspecting victims in Kenya. The 44-year-old man appeared before Judge Garry Collin on Friday, February 21, 2025, and explained that between 2022 and 2023, he was lured into a scam operation by a group of Kenyans who operated fake Facebook profiles. These profiles were used to deceive people into believing they were legitimate sellers offering high-value items for…

On Saturday, February 22, 2025, government officials aligned with President William Ruto’s administration took aim at Bishop Anthony Muheria, the Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Nyeri, following his remarks criticizing the government for focusing too much on publicity instead of delivering on its promised projects. Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi responded sharply to the Bishop, urging him to focus on his role and allow the government to handle its own matters, including publicity. Wandayi emphasized that it is the government’s responsibility to inform the public about its development plans and accomplishments, making it clear that they would continue to do…

Oparanya Appoints New Committee to Oversee Nairobi Coffee Exchange Transition Amid Farmers’ Concerns Cabinet Secretary for Co-operatives and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Development, Wycliffe Oparanya, has appointed a new nine-member committee to guide the transition of the Nairobi Coffee Exchange (NCE) to the Capital Markets Authority (CMA). This move is part of a broader reform initiative aimed at increasing farmers’ incomes and enhancing transparency in coffee trading, following a strong reaction from farmers. In an official announcement dated Friday, February 21, Oparanya named Kenneth Gitonga as the chairperson of the newly established committee. Other members appointed include Jackie Muia,…

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Joho and Ogamba Appoint New Members to Key Government Committees Ali Hassan Joho, the Cabinet Secretary for Mining and Blue Economy, has made new appointments to various government committees. In a move announced on February 21, Joho appointed 10 individuals to the Community Development Agreement Committee, which will represent the Kipkorgot Community in Uasin Gishu County in partnership with Carbacid (CO2) Limited. Additionally, he appointed nine members to another Community Development Agreement Committee, which will involve the Bathi Community in Kiambu County and Carbacid (CO2) Limited. According to a gazette notice issued on the same day, the appointed members will…

Gatundu South Member of Parliament, Gabriel Kagombe, has called for a state funeral for the late Wafula Chebukati, the former chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). In a statement made on Saturday, February 22, Kagombe highlighted the significant role Chebukati played in maintaining peace during Kenya’s 2017 and 2022 general elections, which helped prevent the outbreak of post-election violence. He believes Chebukati should be celebrated as a national hero. Kagombe emphasized that Chebukati’s unwavering commitment to the electoral process, despite the challenges he faced, made him a standout leader in Kenya’s history. He pointed out that Chebukati’s…