FINGER ON THE PULSE
- There has been outrage over a directive issued by the Kenya Revenue Authority to tax personal or household items worth $500 (approximately Sh75,000) and above, whether new or used by travellers.
- King Charles III began his state visit to Kenya where he was set to meet entrepreneurs, and young Kenyans, and attend a state banquet hosted by President Ruto. During his visit, he was confronted by widespread calls for an apology for Britain’s colonial past.
- SGR fares to go up by 50% from January 1st 2024; Nairobi to Mombasa to cost Sh4,500 in first class and Sh1,500 in economy.
- The Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) examinations came to an end after 39 years. The country is now embarking on a new journey with the introduction of the Kenya Primary School Examination Assessment (KPSEA).