Benjamin Muriuki
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'We are not fools': Sifuna dismisses Wetangula, links him to controversial Finance Bill 2024
Speaking in the wake of public outcries on the Finance Bill 2024, Wetangula chastised Members of Parliament for politicizing the national budget-making process, reminding them of their integral role in its formulation and passage.
China-Kenya Tea Trade Centre officially launched in Shanghai
In his address at the launch, CS Linturi highlighted that Kenya, the third-largest tea producer globally after China and India, generates approximately USD 1.5 billion (Ksh.196 billion) annually from its tea industry.
Stop crying in public that the Budget is bad, Speaker Wetangula tells off MPs
Speaking in the wake of public outcries on the Finance Bill 2024, Wetangula reminded MPs of their responsibility to work within the parliamentary system to address any issues rather than airing grievances publicly.
Mudavadi calls for closer Nordic-African ties at Foreign Affairs ministers meeting
Dr. Mudavadi highlighted the devastating human and resource costs of conflicts, underscoring the importance of conflict prevention and resolution.
'You will complain but finally appreciate': Ruto to raise tax rate from 14% to 22%
Ruto says he intends to raise the country’s average tax rate from the current 14 percent to 16 percent by the end of this year and aims for a rate of between 20 and 22 percent by the end of his term in office.
Dishi Na County to continue amid Gov't plan to scrap school feeding programme, Sakaja assures parents
This comes after the National Treasury proposed to scrap off allocation to the school feeding programme in the 2024/2025 financial year budget estimates.
Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah commits support to Korogocho heroes after daring flood rescue
Expressing his gratitude, Ichungw’ah commended their bravery and pledged to support them by facilitating vocational training. This initiative aims to equip them with essential life skills, empowering them to sustain themselves.
Jumia announces appointment of Vinod Goel as Regional CEO for East Africa
Vinod will manage both Kenya and Uganda as direct CEO. He takes over the mantle from Charles Ballard for Kenya business.
US lawmaker criticizes decision to exclude Ruto from Congress address, calls for equal treatment
Mr. Neal, who is a Ranking Member of the Ways and Means Committee, compared the treatment of Kenya to that of other international partners, pointing out the disparity in congressional invitations extended to leaders from various countries.
US Speaker declines request for President Ruto to address joint sitting of Congress
This is after Speaker Mike Johnson rejected a request from a section of Democrat lawmakers who had asked him to invite President Ruto to make the address.