Police and demonstrators clashed and five people have been killed according to the Kenya Medical Association. Earlier part of the Kenyan parliament was on fire after protesters opposed to new tax laws breached the complex where the building sits. Gunshots and the firing of teargas has been heard all day in Nairobi. Some bodies have been seen on […]
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Ghana’s democracy inspires Africa – President Ruto
Kenyan President, Dr William Kipchirchir Samoei Arap Ruto, has described Ghana’s democracy as a beacon of hope and an inspiration to many countries, especially with the emergence of unconstitutional governments from all directions. He explained that Kenya was proud of Ghana’s democracy, particularly the almost equal Members of Parliament for both the Minority and Majority […]
Kenyan President Ruto in Ghana for three-day state visit
Kenyan President William Ruto arrived in Accra, Ghana, on Tuesday evening to commence a three-day state visit. He was received by Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia at the Kotoka International Airport. President Ruto is expected to hold bilateral talks with his host, President Nana Akufo-Addo, aimed at strengthening trade, diplomatic, and historical ties with the West […]
Kenya: President Kenyatta and deputy announce 80% salary slash to fight COVID-19
Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta has announced an 80 percent salary cut for him and his deputy while other senior government officials will also take reductions on a lower scale to try and ease economic strain on the country. In a statement, Kenyatta said the pay reductions were in solidarity with millions of Kenyan suffering the […]
Kenya: President Kenyatta signs Finance Bill 2018 into law
President Uhuru Kenyatta has today signed into law the Finance Bill 2018. The Bill, passed by the National Assembly yesterday, reflects the President’s recommendations for a reduction of VAT on petroleum products from 16 to 8 per cent among other amendments on various taxes. President Kenyatta also signed into law the Coast Guard Bill 2018 […]