Vellum Weekly


March 15, 2024

Finger on the Pulse: Significant Political Events of the Week

Monday, March 11, 2024 President Ruto met Kenya Kwanza MCAs as he drummed up support for key government projects, including the Affordable Housing Programme and the Social Health Insurance Fund.  Tuesday, March 12, 2024 The Senate approved the Affordable Housing Bill, 2023, despite concerted efforts

March 15, 2024

Trade and Financial Services Round-Up.

Kenya New levy lined up for State contractors The Treasury has introduced a new levy on contractors making supplies to both national and county governments, a shift likely to raise the cost of public procurement. New regulations published by Treasury Cabinet Secretary Njuguna Ndung’ u

March 15, 2024

Political and Regulatory Affairs Round-Up.

Kenya Standoff as striking doctors rubbish mediation calls A stand-off is looming between the Ministry of Health and doctors, following directions by the Employment and Labour Relations Court that parties negotiate in good faith and find a solution to the impasse on the posting of

March 15, 2024

Parliamentary Round-Up.

NATIONAL ASSEMBLY Tuesday, March 12 2024 at 2:30 PM Bills The Natural Resources (Benefit Sharing) Bill (Senate Bill No. 6 of 2022) The Division of Revenue Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 14 of 2024)  The Regional Development Authorities Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 7 of

March 15, 2024

Plastic Vs. Planet: East Africa should intensify the battle against single-use plastics 

As Earth Day approaches on April 22nd, 2024, the spotlight shines brighter on East Africa’s escalating struggle with plastic waste, pitting the convenience of single-use plastics against the survival of the planet. Across the region, from bustling urban centres to remote villages, the challenges with

March 14, 2024

Now you see it; now you don’t affair: Kenya will still deploy police force in Haiti as the West keeps off the hot potato. 

Kenya will still lead a UN-backed multinational police force in the Caribbean country of Haiti to help quell gang violence once a transitional presidential council is formed.  President William Ruto, on March 13, said in a post on X (Twitter) that US Secretary of State

March 14, 2024

How to give a voice to citizens in evidence-informed policy processes.

Citizens have a vital role in shaping health policies that affect their lives. However, much remains to be done to make policies more responsive to their needs and values. Engaging citizens in evidence-informed policy-making (EIP) greatly contributes to gaining insights into their perspectives, preferences, and

March 14, 2024

Who is Who: Meet Raimond Molenje, the new Acting CEO of Kenya Bankers Association

Mr Molenje joined the Kenya Bankers Association in 2018 and has 19 years of experience in legal and regulatory practice, human capital, and policy advocacy, having held senior management roles in leading business member organisations. Until his appointment, Raimond served as the Director of Legal,

March 14, 2024

Kenya joins the Egmont Group: Implications on businesses and the war against money laundering and terrorism financing

Kenya has recently been under increased spotlight, particularly on the money laundering and terrorism financing (ML/TF) front. The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) recently put Kenya on the heightened watch list, often referred to as the “grey list,” citing deficiencies in its anti-money laundering and

March 14, 2024

AfCFTA Digital Trade Protocol: A review of the key to overcoming barriers to intra-Africa digital trade.

Digital trade, defined as digitally enabled transactions for the trade of goods and services, is reshaping the global economy and the regional economy is not exempted. Its impact on growth, development, and job creation is powerful, especially among the youth. It has the potential to