Kenya Gazette, Week-ended 2nd May 2025

  • 7 May 2025
  • 6 Mins Read
  • 〜 by Maria. Goretti

The Constitution of Kenya Micro and Small Enterprises Tribunal, Re-Appointment.

The Judicial Service Commission re-appoints Bett Jackson Kiprotich (Dr.)-Chairperson and Katina Robert Mnangat -Vice-Chairperson to be members of the Micro and Small Enterprises Tribunal, for five (5) years, with effect from 16th January 2025. 

The National Council for Law Reporting Act (No. 11 of 1994), Appointment.

The Law Society of Kenya has nominated Linda Riziki Emukule and Raphael Wambua Kigamwa to be members of the Council of the National Council for Law Reporting, for a period of three (3) years, with effect from 13th March, 2025. 

The Constitution of Kenya, the Judicial Service Act (Cap. 8a), The National Council on the Administration of Justice (NCAJ) Committee On Traffic Reforms, Appointment 

The Chief Justice of the Republic of Kenya and the Chairperson of the National Council on the Administration of Justice (NCAJ) appoints Emily Mubichi (Ms) and Julliet Owala (Ms) to be Joint Secretaries of the NCAJ Committee on Traffic Reforms for the remaining period of the Committee’s term. The appointment of Susan Jean Ouko (Ms.) is revoked. 

The Constitution of Kenya, the Judicial Service Act (Cap. 8a), The National Council on the Administration of Justice (NCAJ) Committee on Anti-Corruption Extension of Term and Appointment 

The Chief Justice of the Republic of Kenya and the Chairperson of the National Council on the Administration of Justice (NCAJ) extend the appointment of members to the NCAJ Committee on Anti-Corruption for another period of three (3) years.

Further, the following members and secretaries have also been appointed for the remaining period of the Committee’s term. Abdi A. Mohamud (Chairperson), Mercy Gateru (Ms.) Hon. Lady Justice Lucy Njuguna, Emily Mubichi (Ms.) and Julliet Owala (Ms.). The appointment of Twalib Mbarak and Hon. Justice Prof. Sifuna Nixon is revoked. 

The Constitution Of Kenya, The Judicial Service Act (Cap. 8a), The National Council On The Administration Of Justice (NCAJ), Working Committee On ICT, Appointment

The Chief Justice of the Republic of Kenya and the Chairperson of the National Council on the Administration of Justice (NCAJ) appoints Margret Wanyoike to be Secretary of the NCAJ Working Committee on Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) for the remaining period of the Committee’s term. The appointment of Jackie Mulwa (Ms.) and Irene Omari (Ms.) is revoked. The Employment and Labour Relations Court Act (Cap. 8e), The Employment and Labour Relations Court (Procedure) Rules, 2024 (L.N. No. 133 of 2024), Designation of Sub-Registries 

The Chief Justice designates the Judge of the Court set out in the Schedule hereto to be responsible for the sub-registry with supervisory jurisdiction over the Magistrates Courts.

The Income Tax Act (Cap. 470) Agreement Between the Government of the Republic of Singapore and the Government of the Republic of Kenya for the Elimination of Double Taxation With Respect to Taxes on Income and the Prevention of Tax Evasion and Avoidance

The Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning declares that the arrangements made between the Government of the Republic of Kenya and the Government of the Republic of Singapore, signed on 23rd September 2024, shall have effect to Income Tax under the Act.  

The Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act (Cap. 412c), The Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Regulations (L.N. No. 69 Of 2020), Debarment 

The Cabinet Secretary under regulation 22 (5) (k) of the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Regulations, 2020 has been debarred AUTO TERMINAL JAPAN from participating in public procurement and Asset Disposal proceedings, for three (3) years, with effect from 17th February 2025. 

Ministry Of Interior and National Administration Technical Committee on the Development of Legal and Policy Framework for Correctional Services in Kenya Extension Of Term 

The Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration has extended the term of the Technical Committee appointed vide Gazette Notice No. 5621 of 2024, for a period of three (3) months, with effect from 22nd April 2025 up to 22nd July 2025. 

The Mining Act (Cap. 306), Application for Mining Licence 

The Cabinet Secretary for Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs notifies receipt of an application for a mining licence from Celestlink Investment Limited, which details are set out in the Schedule hereto. The application is open to the public for comments for forty-two (42) days from the date of this Notice. Any objection by any person or community against the grant of the mining licence may be submitted to the Cabinet Secretary. 

The Mining Act (Cap. 306) Application for Mining Licence 

The Cabinet Secretary for Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs notifies receipt of an application for a mining licence from Sofax Fluorspar Kenya Limited, which details are set out in the Schedule hereto. The application is open to the public for comments for forty-two (42) days from the date of this Notice. Any objection by any person or community against the grant of the mining licence may be submitted to the Cabinet Secretary. 

Taskforce on the Review of the Policy, Legal And Institutional Framework for Sports in Kenya, Extension of Term

The Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports, has extended the period of appointment of the Taskforce contained in Gazette Notice No. 14825 of 2024, for a period of six (6) months, with effect from 15th February 2025. 

The Kenya Information and Communication Act (Cap. 411a) The Kenya Cloud Policy, 202 

The  Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications and the Digital Economy issues the Kenya Cloud Policy, 2025. The Policy will undergo review every three (3) years or as necessary to ensure its continued relevance and effectiveness in addressing evolving technological and regulatory landscapes. 

The Technical And Vocational Education And Training Act (Cap. 210a), Ol’lessos National Polytechnic Order (L.N. 32 Of 2025), Ol’lessos National Polytechnic Appointment 

The Cabinet Secretary for Education appoints Christopher K. Rutto (Dr.), Martin K. Mungai and Seraphine Jepkosgey (Dr.) to be members of the Council of the Ol’lessos National Polytechnic, for a period of three (3) years, with effect from 25th February 2025. 

THE KENYA PORTS AUTHORITY ACT (Cap. 391) KENYA PORTS AUTHORITY APPOINTMENT 

The Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport appoints Daniel Muriungi Mugao to be a member of the Board of Directors of the Kenya Ports Authority, for three (3) years, with effect from 2nd  May 2025. 

The Persons With Disabilities Act (No. 14 Of 2003) The National Council For Persons With Disabilities Appointment 

The Cabinet Secretary, Labour and Social Protection, appoints Mercy K. Kavayi to be a member of the National Council for Persons with Disabilities, for three (3) years, with effect from 2nd May, 2025. 

The Survey Act (Cap. 299) The Land Surveyors’ Board Licensed Surveyor 

An Order of Mandamus issued by the High Court in Judicial Review Case No. HCJR/E216/2024 – Colin Munene v. Land Surveyors’ Board & Another, delivered on the 24th March, 2025, it is notified for the general information of the public that Colin Munene, of P.O. Box 3004600200, Nairobi, is gazetted as a Licensed Surveyor (Kenya) under License Certificate No. 282 with effect from 11th May, 2023. 

The Energy Act (No. 1 Of 2019) Decision On The Application For The Retail Electricity Tariff For The 2.2 MWP Rooftop Solar PV By Soma Properties At Sarit Mall Building, Nairobi City County 

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) notifies the general public that it has considered and approved a retail electricity tariff application by Soma Properties Limited’s Solar PV Sarit Mall Building Mini-grid site, Nairobi County, with effect from 1st April, 2025. 

The Energy Act (No. 1 Of 2019) Decision On The Tariff Renewal Application For Renewvia Energy Kenya Limited 

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority notifies the general public that it has considered the tariff renewal application made by Renewvia Energy Kenya Limited for mini-grid sites in Turkana County, Siaya County, Homa Bay County and Kajiado County for three (3) years with effect from 1st April, 2025. 

The Political Parties Act (Cap. 7d) Change Of Political Party Constitution 

The Registrar of Political Parties gives notice that Kenya Social Congress (KSC) intends to change its party Constitution. Any person with written submissions concerning the intended change by the political party shall, within seven (7) days from the date of this publication, deposit them with the Registrar of Political Parties.

The Political Parties Act (Cap. 7d) Change Of Political Party Constitution 

The Registrar of Political Parties gives notice that Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) intends to make changes to its party constitution. Any person with written submissions concerning the intended changes by the political party shall, within seven (7) days from the date of this publication, deposit them with the Registrar of Political Parties.

The Co-Operative Societies Act (Cap. 490) Inquiry Order 

Members of Kiteco Investment Co-operative Society (CS/9719) have requested an inquiry into the affairs of their Society within ten (10) days from the date thereof at such place and time as may be expedient and duly notified by them. 

The Labour Relations Act (No. 14 Of 2007) Application For Registration Of A Trade Union 

Notice is given of the receipt of an application for registration of KENYA NATIONAL UNION OF COACHES (KNUC). Any objection to the proposed registration is to be submitted to the registrar in writing within twenty-one (21) days from the date of this publication. 

The Labour Relations Act (No. 14 Of 2007) Application for Registration Of A Trade Union 

Notice is given of the receipt of an application for registration of KENYA DENTAL SURGERY ASSISTANTS AND HYGIENISTS UNION (KEDSAHU). Any objection to the proposed registration is to be submitted to the registrar in writing within twenty-one (21) days from the date of this publication. 

The Insolvency Act, 2015 And in the Matter Of Cook N’ Lite Limited (Insolvency Cause No: HCCOMMIN/57/2025) Appointment Of Administrator 

Cook N’ Lite Limited (Company No. C-83688) of P.O. Box 83934–80100, Mombasa, was placed under administration and that Orlando Mario da Costa-Luis of P.O. Box 70358–00400, Nairobi, has been appointed as the Administrator of the Company and will take effect from 4th April 2025.