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29 Jun

Be patient with President Ruto, Gachagua urges Kenyans

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Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has asked Kenyans to be patient with President William Ruto as the Head of State continues engaging stakeholders over the recent protests. Mr Gachagua has also called for restraint, urging Kenyans to respect leaders and stop jeering MPs or destroying their properties over the Finance Bill 2024, which has already been rejected by the President. The Deputy President said President Ruto has already kicked off consultations with various groups and stakeholders including the church leaders and business community to address the concerns raised by Gen-Z demonstrators. "Let us give the President a chance to complete the…

29 Jun

Kenya to Form National Steering Committee of 100 Members

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The government of Kenya has announced the formation of a National Steering Committee (NSC) comprising 100 members in response to President William Ruto’s address on June 26, 2024. This initiative follows the #RejectFinanceBill2024 protests that paralyzed the country. The committee will include representatives from various sectors, including youth, civil society, religious organizations, professional bodies, business community organizations, academia, student leadership, Majority and Minority leaders of parliament, the Council of Governors, and other stakeholder groups. The formation of the NSC responds to President Ruto's call for establishing the National Multi-Sectoral Forum (NMSF). According to the Head of the Public Service, Felix…

29 Jun

President William Ruto Meets Pentecostal Church Leaders

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President William Ruto held a significant meeting at State House, Nairobi, with leaders from the African Independent Pentecostal Church (AIPC), including 96 bishops led by Presiding Archbishop Samson Muthuri. The church leaders committed to participating in the proposed multi-sectoral forum aimed at addressing national economic challenges. During the meeting, President Ruto emphasized the government's deliberate programs and policies designed to create job and income opportunities for young people. He outlined several key initiatives, including the Affordable Housing Programme, digital jobs, labor migration, and industrialization through county aggregation, industrial parks, and special economic zones. "The government has deliberate programs and policies…

29 Jun

Senator Olekina Warns Leaders of Looming Doom

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In a passionate address to leaders, Senator Ledama Olekina issues a stark call for integrity and accountability among the nation's leaders, condemning the pervasive corruption and external influences that have marred the governance of the country. Speaking directly to fellow Senators, MPs, the Judiciary and the Executive, Olekina emphasized the need for ethical leadership and genuine service to the people of Kenya. "Tonight, I want to speak to my colleagues—the Honorable Members of Parliament, distinguished senators, and the leadership of the Judiciary and the Executive," the Olekina began. "God has been very fair to us, giving us the opportunity to…

29 Jun

Embu Governor Mbarire Tours Fire-Damaged County Headquarters

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Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire on Friday toured the County Headquarters office block that was set ablaze during anti-finance bill protests earlier this week. The destructive protests also targeted two other government offices, including United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), and resulted in over ten private and county vehicles being torched. Governor Mbarire described the destruction as an act of arson, claiming it was well-planned and executed by hired goons who infiltrated the initially peaceful protest led by Gen Zs. She accused local political adversaries of orchestrating the attacks to undermine her administration. The governor alleged that the…

28 Jun

President Ruto Signs Appropriations Bill 2024; Orders Kshs 346 Billion Budget Cut

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President William Ruto has assented to the Appropriations Bill 2024 and directed the National Treasury to promptly prepare supplementary estimates to reduce expenditure by the amount of revenue expected from the rejected Finance Bill 2024. This reduction in expenditure, amounting to Kshs 346 billion, will be borne equitably by both levels of government: the National and County Governments. The budget cuts will impact the National Government, with the reduction spread across the executive, legislature, judiciary, and constitutional commissions. Articles 221 and 222 of the Constitution mandate that the Appropriations Bill be signed by June 30 each year to ensure the…

28 Jun

President Ruto Meets Catholic Bishops After Protests Rejecting Proposed Tax Hike

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President William Ruto held a meeting with Catholic Bishops at State House, Nairobi, in a significant step towards addressing the widespread protests against the proposed tax increase, known as #RejectFinanceBill2024. The delegation was led by Archbishop Maurice Muhatia, Chairman of the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops. The meeting comes after days of demonstrations across Kenya, with citizens voicing their opposition to the proposed tax hikes outlined in the Finance Bill 2024. “We welcome the commitment by the Catholic Church to participate in a multi-sectoral engagement that seeks solutions to the issues facing our country. Through this collective approach, we will…

28 Jun

Education CS Machogu: Government Prioritizes Employment of 46,000 JSS Teachers

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Cabinet Secretary for Education, Ezekiel Machogu, has announced the government's plan to prioritize the employment of Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the 47th Kenya Secondary Schools Heads Association (KESSHA) conference, Machogu outlined the government's commitment to addressing the staffing needs of JSS. “We are going back to our drawing board as government to set our priorities and what we can cater for. One of the key issues we are going to give priority to is the employment of the 46,000 Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers,” Machogu stated. Machogu assured the media that the government…

28 Jun

What next after #RejectFinanceBill2024?

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Many Kenyans are uncertain about the future after President William Ruto declined to sign the Finance Bill 2024. Here are the Q & A to make you understand... So what happens next after the National Assembly receives the President’s Memorandum in respect of the #FinanceBill2024? -The Speaker of the National Assembly has issued an Explainer on the Basic Applicable procedure and İmplications of the Rejection of the Finance Bill, 2024 on the FY 2024/25 Budget. What is the procedure for consideration of the President’s Memorandum to a Bill? -Article 115 of the Constitution empowers the President to refer back a…

27 Jun

Northern Kenya Leaders Hit at Gachagua for Demanding Noordin Haji to Resign

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Leaders from Northern Kenya have expressed their deep dismay at Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's recent public statements, which they claim undermine the integrity and competence of constitutional office holders, particularly Director General of the National Intelligence Service (NIS), Noordin Haji. In a strongly worded statement, the leaders criticized the Deputy President for discussing sensitive civil servants like the Director General of the NIS in the press, rather than addressing his concerns through the National Security Committee, of which both he and Haji are members. The leaders affirmed their support for President William Ruto's decision to withdraw the Finance Bill 2024,…