Executive Walkway

Parliamentary Aisle

Parliamentary Aisle

Parliament is currently in recess, however, Parliamentary Committees will resume on January 26, 2025.

Corridors ofJustice

Talking of Which

Inauguration of US President Donald Trump.

President-elect Donald Trump is set to return to the White House, January 20th, 2025, as he officially becomes the 47th President of the United States. Joining him will be Vice President-elect JD Vance, who will also take the oath of office. Together, they will mark the start of their new administration in a ceremony filled with tradition and significance.

Deadline Approaches for Public Comments on Principal Secretary Candidates.

This Friday, 24th January, marks the deadline for submitting public comments on the 109 candidates shortlisted by the Public Service Commission for the position of Principal Secretary. Prominent figures like Patrick Amoth and Wilson Sossion are among those vying for the roles.

Watch out for

The 10th KESRA Economic Dialogue

The 10th KESRA Economic Dialogue, an engaging and thought-provoking webinar under the theme: “Harnessing Revenue for Growth: Taxing High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs) in Africa will be taking place on 22nd January 2025. This milestone event will delve into the realities of taxing High Net Worth Individuals, showcasing best practices from successful countries and fostering insightful discussions. 

MovingUp

Edward Okaro Safaricom Independent Non-Executive Director

Edward Okaro has been appointed to the Board of Safaricom PLC to serve as an  Independent Non-Executive Director.

Mr. Okaro is an audit professional with over three decades of experience in financial management, audit, and strategic risk management. Mr. Okaro previously worked with Ernst & Young for twenty-six (26) years, rising to the position of director and subsequently partner in Ernst & Young Africa Risk Services. 

Mr. Okaro holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the Manchester Business School and a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Nairobi. He is also a Fellow Certified Public Accountant (FCPA) from the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and a Member of the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA).