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Job Market Shake-Up: Skills That Matter Most in AI Era
For years the education system has been accused of producing graduates who do not meet the job market demands despite long lecture hours and gruesome exams that dampens student’s self-esteem. The same curriculum taught in school is out of touch with reality since most courses are outdated or some of its elements have been phased…
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Think Reading Culture Is Dead? This Kenyan Author Proves You Wrong
Reading culture has been viewed as a dying culture thanks to the advent of technology and social media. But one author, Kimari Kimari, is defying all odds in reviving humanity’s most important culture, both as a tool for knowledge acquisition, promoting cognitive development and cultural understanding. Since mainstream reading has been relegated to small groups…
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Uber, Bolt Drivers Plot Biggest Strike Over Unfair Prices
Ride-hailing drivers working with platforms including Uber, Bolt, Farasi, Yego, WEEGO and Little Cab have accused the firms of unfair practices, warning that they will resort to strikes and demonstrations if their demands are not addressed within seven days. Under the Amalgamation of Digital Taxi Transport Organisations Kenya have begun a 40-day campaign pushing for…
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Pilots Can Now Apply Licence Online Via eCitizen
Pilots can now apply for licenses online as Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) shifts personnel licensing to eCitizen for faster, simpler and transparent processing. This follows the resumption of KCAA’s Personnel Licensing (PEL) services after the completion of a system upgrade aimed at improving efficiency and transparency. In a statement issued by Director General Emile…
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Kenya Mulls Repaying Chinese Loan in Yuan. Here’s Why
Kenya is negotiating with China to convert dollar-denominated loans into Yuan and extend repayment periods in a move aimed at cutting its $1 billion (Sh129 billion) annual debt service costs, Treasury Secretary John Mbadi has said. The talks, focused on financing for the $5 billion (Sh645 billion) Standard Gauge Railway (SGR), are intended to create…
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SGA Security Partners with ETA to Introduce EVs into its Operations
SGA Security Kenya has partnered with Electric Transits Africa to introduce Electric Vehicles (EVs) to its Security Alarm Response fleet. The newly acquired Electric Vehicles will support SGA’s rapid alarm response services while contributing to a measurable reduction in the company’s carbon emissions. “We are proud to be the first security firm in Kenya to…
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How KRA Recovered Sh86 B Under Tax Dispute Resolution Program
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced the recovery of Sh86.5 billion through its Tax Dispute Resolution programme. According to a statement by the taxman, the funds were unlocked through a mix of independent reviews, including the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanism and successful court litigation. “During the review period, Sh18.9 billion was collected through…
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How Needy Students Were Left Out in New Higher Education Funding Model
The Auditor General Nancy Gathungu has poked holes in the higher education funding model citing flaws that have denied deserving students the right to access the funds. In a report, the Gathungu said some students who were ineligible received funds while the needy left out. The report noted that lack of coordination between government agencies…
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New MOGO Hotline Offers Lifeline to Kenyans Hit by Vehicle and Boda Boda Theft
For hundreds of Kenyans who have lost vehicles and motorcycles to thieves, help is now just a phone call away. Asset financier Mogo has launched a 24/7 emergency hotline 0719 089 999, to help report and recover stolen assets across the country. The hotline is part of a growing digital safety initiative that includes SAKA,…
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Counties Share Sh3.6 billion Fuel Levy for Road Works
The Kenya Roads Board (KRB) has distributed Sh3.68 billion from the Road Maintenance Levy Fund (RMLF) to all 47 counties, with Nakuru (Sh183 million), Kitui (Sh152 million), and Nairobi (Sh120 million) receiving the largest portions in the 2024/2025 financial year. The funding, derived from a Sh18 per litre tax levied on petrol and diesel, is…
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Wandayi Moves to Attract New PPP After Collapse of Adani Deal
Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has announced that the ministry is nearing completion of a new public-private partnership (PPP) deal in the energy transmission sector. Wandayi revealed that the project will be spearheaded by a consortium led by Africa50 and will focus on constructing two major transmission lines: Lessos–Lesuk and Kibos–Kakamega–Musaga. “There is another public-private…
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CA Warns Landlords Against Blocking Telecom Providers’ Access
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has issued a stern warning to landlords, property owners, and managers against denying or restricting access to licensed telecommunication service providers, saying such actions are unlawful and hinder consumer rights. In a public notice, the Authority noted a growing trend where private individuals, public institutions, and landlords have been…
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KRA Beats Revenue Target, Collects Sh2.57 Trillion in 2024/25
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has exceeded its revenue collection target for the 2024/2025 financial year, collecting Sh2.571 trillion against a target of Sh2.555 trillion. This marks a 6.8 percent year-on-year growth and a performance rate of 100.6 percent. In a statement, KRA attributed the improved performance to a combination of strategic reforms, adoption of…
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Explained: Why Government Introduced the Sugar Development Levy
The government has introduced a 4 percent Sugar Development Levy (SDL) on both locally produced and imported sugar, effective July 1, 2025. In a statement, the Ministry of Agriculture said the levy aims to support the revival of the struggling sugar industry. The levy will be calculated at 4 percent of the ex-factory price for…
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AI Threatens Jobs Amid Rising Youth Unemployment
With Kenya facing a surging unemployment rate, a new report shows that technology, especially AI, is likely to disrupt many jobs. While Kenya is a country whose economy is run by the young people, the number of jobseekers outnumber the available opportunities. According to the BrighterMonday Report, the demand for jobs is higher than available…
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CBK Unveils Customer Experience Survey on TCC Website
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) in partnership with Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) has launched a countrywide survey to gauge customer experience on the Total Cost of Credit (TCC) website, which was developed in June 2017. The survey aims to assess its usability, identify areas of improvement, and enhance its role in promoting financial literacy…
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Former UK Prime Minister Joins Goldman Sachs as Senior Adviser
Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is set to join Goldman Sachs as a senior adviser, marking his first major role since stepping down as Conservative Party leader following Labour’s landslide general election victory last year. The appointment signals a return to familiar territory for Sunak, who began his career at Goldman Sachs, working as…
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Unclear Funding Model Stops Hundreds From Applying to University
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has announced the placement of the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) students in various universities and colleges through Kenya Universities and Colleges Placement Service (KUCCPS). According to KUCCPS, 310,502 students were accepted into colleges and universities. Of the 965,501 applicants, 244,563 scored C+ or higher making them eligible…
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Kenya, UK Sign Agreement Unlocking Billions of Investment
President William Ruto and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer have signed a renewed five-year Kenya-UK Strategic Partnership agreement aimed at unlocking over Sh427 billion in investments. According to a statement seen by JEDCA MEDIA, the agreement was reached following bilateral talks held in London. The investment package focuses on four key areas: As part of…
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