Today is Sat, 14 Jun 2025
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62nd Madaraka Day Celebrations
President William Ruto will be leading the 62nd Madaraka Day celebrations at the Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay County hosted by Governor Wanga. This year’s Madaraka Day celebrations will be held under the theme ‘Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs’. Following the official ceremony, the President will attend a state luncheon and later spend the afternoon at the MFA Wire Forest in Kasipul. This marks the first time the Madaraka Day celebrations are being held at the newly renamed Raila Odinga Stadium.
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Public Hearings for The Finance Bill 2025 and Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill 2025
The Finance Bill 2025 and Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill 2025 have now reached the public participation stage. There will be a series of public hearings happening across the country in various counties, starting 31st May and continuing through to 6th June according to the schedule below:
Nairobi – Saturday, 31st May 2025
The Edge Convention Centre, South C – 10:00 AM
Nandi – Monday, 2nd June 2025
Kipchoge Keino Complex – 10:00 AM
Trans-Nzoia – Monday, 2nd June 2025
Kitale Polytechnic – 10:00 AM
Busia – Tuesday, 3rd June 2025
Busia Agricultural Training Centre (ATC) – 10:00 AM
Migori – Wednesday, 4th June 2025
Migori Teachers Training College – 10:00 AM
Machakos – Thursday, 5th June 2025
Machakos University – 10:00 AM
Kiambu – Thursday, 5th June 2025
Kiambu National Polytechnic (KINAP/KIST) – 10:00 AM
Kwale – Friday, 6th June 2025
Kwale Culture Hall – 10:00 AM
Mombasa – Friday, 6th June 2025
Tononoka Social Hall – 10:00 AM
Kilifi – Friday, 6th June 2025
Coast Development Authority – 10:00 AM
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Court Stops Ruto from Appointing IEBC Nominees and Allows Vetting
The seven nominees to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) will have to wait longer for their appoint-ment even after the High Court allowed Parliament to vet them. Justice Lawrence Mugambi issued conservatory orders prohibiting the gazettement, swearing-in, or assumption of office by the nominees. The judge ruled that a petition filed against them had raised serious constitutional questions surrounding their selection and nomination process.
Even after the vetting and approval by Parliament, President Ruto will have to wait until the constitutional petition is heard and determined to appoint the seven to office. The nominee commissioners are Erastus Ethekon (chairman), Ann Nderitu, Moses Mukhwana, Mary So-robit, Hassan Noor, Francis Aduol and Fahima Abdallah.
The petitioners, Kelvin Omon-di and Boniface Mwangi, are questioning the legality and fairness of the selection process. They argue that the Selection Panel failed to meet constitutional standards of inclusivity, transparency and public participation.
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Investor Connect: Digital Infrastructure Investment Roundtable
Thu, 05 Jun, 2025 at 09:00 am
Capital Club Nairobi
This exclusive gathering convenes a select group of investors, private capital leaders, and digital infrastructure innovators to explore high-growth diversification opportunities in Africa’s next frontier. This event will explore Africa’s booming digital infrastructure sector, highlighting investment opportunities in data centers, cloud clusters, IXPs, and connectivity networks. It will cover key trends, regulatory developments, and the growing demand for local infrastructure. Attendees will gain insights into high-yield, long-term digital assets, connect with leading investors and innovators, and access exclusive deal flow. It’s ideal for those looking to diversify beyond traditional assets and secure a first-mover advantage in Africa’s digital economy.
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Mr. George O. Otieno
Board Chairman, United Bank of Africa (UBA)
The Board of Directors of UBA Kenya Bank Ltd announced the appointment of Mr. George Oduori Otieno as the Board Chairman, following regulatory approval. Mr. Otieno takes over from Mr. Alphan Njeru, who concluded his tenure as Board Chairman in November 2024.
With a wealth of expertise in both global and local markets, Mr. Otieno brings a distinguished career to the role having served as a Non-Executive Director on the UBA Kenya Board since September 2021. He has previously chaired the Board’s Finance and Governance Committee.
Mr. Otieno holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Lagos and is a Fellow of the Chartered Insurance Institute, London. He brings a wealth of leadership experience, currently chairing several boards, including Capex Life Assurance Kenya and The Nairobi Club, and holds the role of Non-Executive Director at WAICA Re. He also held Senior Executive positions at Africa Re and CEO of African Trade Insurance Agency (ATI now ATIDI).