Murkomen Unveils Plan for Higher Fuel Prices
The proposal by Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen to increase the Road Maintenance Levy Fund (RMLF) by Ksh4 per litre of fuel is a matter of significant concern for Kenyans,…
Mitumba Clothing Export Ban Advocated by France
The proposed ban on the export of second-hand clothes, commonly known as mitumba, from European Union states to countries in Africa and Asia, particularly impacting Kenya, has sparked significant debate…
Taxing Essential Goods: Treasury’s Proposal for VAT on Milk, Bread
the proposed introduction of a 16 percent value-added tax (VAT) on bread and milk in Kenya is stirring up quite a debate, and understandably so. Let’s break down what this…
Breaking News: Kenya Power Drops Prices for Token Add-Ons
Exciting news has emerged from Kenya Power! If you’re like me, constantly mindful of utility expenses, you’ll be pleased to learn that electricity prices are on a downward trend. Kenya…
Bamburi Cement’s Successful Sale: A Closer Look at the Sh12bn Deal in Uganda
The completion of the sale of Bamburi Cement’s stake in its Ugandan subsidiary, Hima Cement, marks a significant milestone for the company. This move, which saw a consortium of Sarrai…
he Ultimate Guide to eTIMS Solutions for Small Businesses and Informal Sector
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has recently reaffirmed its stance on the electronic generation and transmission of invoices for businesses, including those in the informal sector and small businesses. The…
WhatsApp’s New Feature Blocks Profile Photo Screenshots on Android
WhatsApp, the popular instant messaging app, has introduced a new feature aimed at bolstering user privacy by restricting the ability of Android users to take screenshots of other users’ profile…
Economic Growth Expected in Kenya and Africa
it’s promising news to hear that Kenya is among the African countries expected to see economic growth in 2024, as reported by the African Development Bank (AfDB). With projections indicating…
Driving Financial Accountability: Banks Embrace Data Sharing to Strengthen Customer Relationships with KRA
The move by banks to share information about foreign account holders with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is a significant step towards combating tax evasion and ensuring transparency in financial…
Unlocking the Power of M-Pesa: Safaricom’s Move to Block Unregistered Numbers
Safaricom, the leading telecommunications company in Kenya, has announced a significant change to its M-Pesa service. Starting from February 5th, 2024, M-Pesa customers will no longer be able to send…