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22 Nov 2024
Kenya and its violation of the non-refoulment agreement
Refoulment is the forcible return of refugees or asylum seekers to a country where they are liable to be subjected to persecution. The principle of non-refoulement forms essential protection under int...
18 Nov 2024
Kenya Gazette Notice 15th November 2024
The Sports Act – Appointments H.E President William Samoei Ruto has appointed Mark Lomunokol as the Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Sports Kenya, for three (3) years, effective from the...
15 Nov 2024
Kenya’s Swift Political Shake-Up: Government Demonstrates Unprecedented Efficiency
In the past few weeks, the government has demonstrated an unprecedented level of efficiency in its operations, particularly evident in the swift dissemination of gazette notices. This reached a remark...
15 Nov 2024
Towards a Leaner Government and Prudent Resource Use: Could Kenya Benefit From a Department of Government Efficiency?
The debate on government efficiency has long resonated within global politics, and Elon Musk’s recent remarks about the bloated structure of US federal agencies have ignited fresh interest. Musk’s...
15 Nov 2024
The Recognition and Growing Demand of BPO Sector in Kenya
Engagement in the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) sector has grown exponentially in the last few years, with revenue marking USD262 billion and the African market continuing to gain market share. T...
15 Nov 2024
Emerging Starlink’s capacity woes, quality of service concerns and lessons for local internet service providers
Following recent reports, Starlink has confirmed that it has reached capacity in quite a few African countries, including Kenya. Beyond that, the high-speed, low-latency internet service that promis...
15 Nov 2024
Kenya’s Transition From Digital Service Tax to Significant Economic Presence Tax
In a recent turn of events, the National Treasury has reintroduced the Significant Economic Presence (SEP) Tax, which had been part of the rescinded Finance Bill, 2024. In an explainer on proposed tax...
12 Nov 2024
Kenya Gazette Notice 8th November 2024
The State Corporations Act, School Equipment Production Unit, Appointment. The president has appointed Elisha Busienei to be the Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the School Equipment Productio...
8 Nov 2024
Refrain From Overreaching The Executive: President Ruto To Judiciary
President William Ruto has urged the Judiciary to exercise restraint on national and public interest matters to prevent groups and individuals whose aim is to advance their sectarian agenda. The P...
8 Nov 2024
Kenya, Trump, And The Future of US Trade Policy: What Trump’s Win Means For AGOA and STIP of US Trade Policy
The unexpected return of Donald Trump Jr. to the White House brings a fresh wave of uncertainty and anticipation for African nations, particularly Kenya, which has traditionally valued the United Stat...
8 Nov 2024
Podcast Power: How Barron Trump’s Strategy and Alternative Media Boosted Donald Trump’s 2024 Re-election Bid
At 6’9”, Barron Trump towers above most people. The 18-year-old who voted for the first time this year appears to have played a crucial role in getting his father, Donald Trump Jr., back in the Wh...
8 Nov 2024
Explainer: How The Affordable Housing Levy proposal Will Affect Your Payslip
Kenya’s Affordable Housing Levy (AHL) continues to stir debate nationwide. The Levy mandates that both employers and employees contribute 1.5% of the employee’s gross monthly salary. This mean...
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