Businesses involved in the movement and storage of goods under customs control will need to prepare for changes as the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is set to phase out its electronic cargo tracking seals and introduce a system where users obtain the devices from approved private vendors.KRA announced the change in a public notice issued on Friday, September 11, as part of the transition to a new framework under the Regional Electronic Cargo Tracking System (RECTS). According to the notice, the new arrangement will cover electronic seals used for both dry cargo and wet cargo. “To enhance service delivery under the RECTS and in response to evolving business dynamics and increasing demands, KRA has transitioned to a Multi-Vendor, User-Owned Seals model for both dry cargo (e-seals) and wet cargo (e-fuel) electronic seals,” the notice stated.The changes follow persistent cases of long queues and costly delays faced by transporters and cargo operators due to shortages of government-owned electronic tracking seals.KRA said the new model is intended to support efforts to expand access to electronic seals and ease congestion at the Port of Mombasa.The authority revealed that it has now approved 15 vendors to provide electronic monitoring and tracking services for goods under customs control. Under the framework, importers, exporters, clearing and forwarding agents, transporters and bonded warehouse operators will be able to select their preferred approved vendor. The arrangement will operate through private commercial agreements between the approved vendors and the users of the tracking devices. Electronic seals currently owned by KRA will be gradually withdrawn, with the transition scheduled to be completed by October 26. After the deadline, goods under customs control will be tracked exclusively using devices supplied by the approved vendors.Details of the approved vendors can be found on KRA’s website, the Cargo Monitoring Unit at Times Tower or other Customs offices.Affected stakeholders have been urged to take note of the transition and make the necessary arrangements ahead of the October deadline.
Read briefing The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT) has nullified the appointment of Moitalel Ole Kenta as Secretary-General of the Jubilee Party. The decision comes amid an ongoing dispute over changes to the party’s leadership and the officials recognised by the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP). The leadership changes had been challenged by former Nyeri Town Member of Parliament Ngunjiri Wambugu, who argued that the process was approved before his objections were properly addressed.In a post on Friday, September 11, Wambugu disclosed that the tribunal found that Kenta was not a registered member of Jubilee when the party appointed him to the position. “Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT) nullifies appointment of Hon Koitalel Ole Kenta as Jubilee Party Secretary General for not being registered party member. Faults Office of Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) for failure to play oversight role on this,” he wrote.Kenta had been appointed Secretary-General in January, replacing former MP Jeremiah Kioni, who moved to the position of Second Deputy Party Leader. Jubilee said at the time that the appointment was part of efforts to rebuild its grassroots structures and prepare for future elections. Wambugu moved to the tribunal after the Registrar approved new officials in May, saying he had been invited to discuss his concerns with Jubilee officials but was not given a chance to respond before the changes were approved. The dispute involved several senior Jubilee figures, including National Party Chairperson Vincent Kemosi, Deputy Party Leader Fred Matiang’i, Deputy Secretary General Zack Kinuthia, Jubilee National Organising Secretary Yasir Noor, Kioni and Kenta.The tribunal had certified Wambugu’s case as urgent and directed the respondents to respond before the matter proceeded to hearing. The latest ruling now invalidates Kenta’s appointment and could require the party to revisit the position, adding another setback to Jubilee’s mobilisation efforts ahead of the 2027 General Elections.It comes just over two weeks after Jubilee faced a wave of defections in Nairobi, with several officials leaving the party for the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP). Soon after, Matiang’i dismissed the defections as a sign of the party’s decline, saying those who left had been suspended months earlier over misconduct and interference with party affairs.
Read briefing In 2022, President William Ruto campaigned on an ambitious development agenda that placed infrastructure at the centre of his plan to transform Kenya, promising roads and other major public projects.Four years later, the record is mixed, with several major infrastructure projects under his administration taking shape, but some have missed their original deadlines, while others remain at different stages of implementation.One of the examples is the Ksh200 billion Rironi-Mau Summit highway expansion, which was initially expected to be completed by August 2026 but has now been pushed to June 2027.Ruto launched the 175-kilometre project in November 2025 under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) involving China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC) and the National Social Security Fund (NSSF), with the project covering the Nairobi-Nakuru-Mau Summit and Nairobi-Mai Mahiu-Naivasha routes.Although the deadline has shifted, Transport Cabinet Secretary David Chirchir said on September 9 that the Rironi-Naivasha section would be fully dualled by October 30, 2026, meaning motorists could begin benefiting from the upgraded road before the entire project is completed.Another project that has experienced changing timelines is the Ksh2 billion Green Park Terminus Pedestrian Underpass in Nairobi.The 500-metre underground network was initially projected to open in September 2025 after reaching 88 per cent completion in May, before the target was moved to December 2025 and later to June 2026.The project, being implemented by the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) and constructed by CRBC, is designed to separate pedestrians from vehicles around Haile Selassie Avenue-Uhuru Highway roundabout and includes solar-powered CCTV cameras linked to the KeNHA control room and an on-site police post with a holding facility.Away from Nairobi, the government is also implementing the 740-kilometre Isiolo-Mandera highway, which is intended to improve connectivity to northern Kenya.Construction is about 60 per cent complete, with completion now scheduled for June 30, 2030, three years later than the initial 2028 target.The Ksh168 billion highway has secured full financing, with the World Bank funding 508 kilometres, the African Development Bank financing the Elwak-Rhamu section, and Arab development banks supporting the Samatar-Wajir section.The delays affecting some projects have largely been linked to the complexity of implementing major infrastructure, including financing arrangements, changes in project requirements and the restructuring of projects inherited from previous administrations.The Rironi-Mau Summit highway, for instance, was initiated under former President Uhuru Kenyatta, with the project initially awarded to French company Vinci Highways SAS. The deal was terminated in March 2025 over concerns about proposed toll rates and government payment obligations.Ruto’s administration subsequently moved to a new Public-Private Partnership arrangement, with CRBC-NSSF taking up some sections and Shandong Hi-Speed Road and Bridge International Engineering Limited taking the Gilgil-Mau Summit section.Meanwhile, the government has also announced plans for new infrastructure projects whose implementation remains less certain.In February 2026, Ruto said he would return to Thika in September to begin construction of a 60-kilometre expressway aimed at easing congestion along the heavily populated Thika Road corridor.“I have a plan. Just as we constructed the expressway from JKIA to Westlands, I will return here in September to begin construction of the expressway from Thika,” Ruto said in February 2026.However, with September now underway, the government has yet to provide a major public update confirming the commencement of construction, leaving the project in the category of promises awaiting execution.At the same time, work is progressing on the Ksh4.5 billion capacity enhancement, landscaping and beautification project along the 27-kilometre JKIA-ABC Place route, with KeNHA and CRBC implementing the project, which is intended to improve the appearance of the key route.Heavy excavation and construction of underground drainage channels are underway on sections of the highway, while damaged areas caused by construction of the Nairobi Expressway are being addressed.The government has therefore made significant progress on several infrastructure projects during Ruto’s first four years, with some nearing completion and others already delivering improvements in sections, but the record also shows that the government has breached several deadlines.
Read briefing The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) is set to tighten regulatory requirements for banks considered important to the stability of the country’s financial system to make them better prepared for shocks and reduce the impact of major failures. Under proposals seen by Kenyans.co.ke, CBK will use a new framework to identify Domestic Systemically Important Banks (D-SIBs) whose failure could significantly disrupt financial services and the wider economy.The framework will assess banks based on their size, links with other financial institutions, role in providing critical services, complexity, and importance to the domestic economy. “The objectives of this framework therefore include, among others: To enhance the resilience of D-SIBs by applying higher loss absorbency (HLA) requirements and to limit the impact of systemic shocks on the financial system by ensuring that D-SIBs are subjected to an appropriate level of regulation and supervision that is commensurate with their systemic importance,” the new proposals read in part.Banks that meet the thresholds will be placed into different categories depending on their importance to the financial system. The largest banks will be required to hold an extra 2.5 per cent of their risk-weighted assets as capital, while other designated banks will face additional requirements of 1.5 per cent or 0.5 per cent.The additional capital will give banks more room to absorb losses if they face financial difficulties and help limit the impact on the wider banking system.For customers, the measures are expected to strengthen major banks and reduce the risk of disruptions to deposits, payments and access to banking services during periods of financial stress.At the same time, CBK will subject the designated banks to more intensive supervision, including more frequent examinations and closer monitoring of their risk management and governance. Additionally, the banks will be required to conduct stress tests every quarter to assess how they would withstand severe economic and financial shocks. They will also have to prepare and regularly update recovery and resolution plans setting out how they would respond to serious financial distress. Further, depending on their risk profile, designated banks could face higher liquidity requirements, additional disclosure obligations and restrictions on activities that could increase systemic risk.CBK said it will assess banks for D-SIB status annually based on their position as of December 31, notify designated banks by the end of March and publish the list by June each year.Banks newly identified as D-SIBs or moved to a higher capital requirement will have up to 12 months to comply, while those banks must submit a board-approved compliance plan within three months of notification.Banks that no longer meet the threshold will lose D-SIB status, while those with lower systemic importance may face reduced capital requirements or exit the framework.
Read briefing Four years ago, on September 13, 2022, President William Ruto was sworn in as the fifth president of Kenya, carrying a lot of hope for Kenyans who expected an overhaul in development spanning infrastructure, healthcare, cost of living, and the economy at large.On his road to the State House, President Ruto made a long list of promises with his Bottom Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), expected to be a true guiding principle for his transformation of Kenya. Kenyans.co.ke has made an analysis of at least 750 promises and declarations made by the president and his cabinet over the years and will, over the next four days, reveal the extent to which the administration has succeeded, failed, or begun implementing the promises.Our sources have established that out of 750 promises and declarations, 455 distinct promises and declarations were specifically made by the Head of State across the country over the last four years. Further, Kenyans.co.ke established that of the 455 promises to the nation by the president, only 12 of them have been fulfilled. Meanwhile, 21 promises remain in progress across various sectors, including the commitment to plant 5 billion trees, provide chiefs with digital tablets, bring rogue police officers to book, construct a dual carriageway from Nakuru to Malaba, and implement various tax reforms, among othersBesides the one abandoned promise involving the establishment of a quasi-judicial inquiry into state capture within 30 days of taking office, a massive 422 promises and pledges by the president remain that - pledges. This has largely been because a majority of the promises made have been overtaken by the president’s own timelines or have been overlooked altogether. Despite an overall worrying score in the promises department, the president insists that he has delivered on all of his promises."We have transformed Kenya in accordance with our plan. We never overpromised; we never said what we could not deliver. We have delivered on our commitments,” Ruto stated on Thursday, September 10, during a tour of Kericho county.Across roads, housing, healthcare, and education, we have included commitments that cover major areas of the BETA plan.Some of the promises were made with set timelines like six months, 12 months, two years, and so on, with others going even beyond 2027.We intend to provide evidence of the government's promises to allow the public to distinguish between what was promised, what has been implemented, and what has not been addressed at all.It is worth noting that coverage will largely feature promises, rather than the Kenya Kwanza manifesto that was drafted and presented before the elections. From Thursday to Sunday, Kenyans.co.ke will examine the promises made by President Ruto and his administration, moving from the numbers behind the 455 commitments to their performance across key sectors. Thursday will set out the full promise tracker, showing how many commitments have been fulfilled, partially fulfilled, stalled, not fulfilled or remain unassessed. Friday will examine the administration’s record in health and education, including the expansion and challenges of SHA, the teacher shortage and the shift in university funding.Saturday will turn to the cost of living, examining the contrasting outcomes of the fertiliser intervention and Ruto’s unga price promise.Sunday, September 13, marking four years since Ruto was sworn in, will bring the findings together in an overall assessment of the administration’s record, highlighting the promises delivered, those delayed or changed, and those that remain unmet.
Read briefing The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested two Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) officers on allegations of demanding and receiving bribes.The two DCI officers are accused of demanding Ksh500,000 from a complainant in exchange for terminating a murder case against him.EACC, in a statement obtained by Kenyans.co.ke, said the two were arrested on Thursday, September 10, following investigations against them."The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested two officers attached to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Kipkelion Sub-County Offices over allegations of soliciting and receiving a bribe," EACC stated."They allegedly demanded Ksh500,000 from a complainant in exchange for terminating a murder case against him," it added.According to EACC, preliminary investigations prompted the Commission to mount an operation targeting the officers.The operation led to their arrest earlier on Thursday, while they were allegedly receiving Ksh120,000 from the complainant.According to the commission, the officers were processed at EACC South Rift Regional Office as investigations into the matter continue.However, they were later released on a cash bail of Ksh30,000 pending the completion of the investigations."The suspect was processed at South Rift Regional Office and later released on a cash bail of Ksh30,000 pending completion of investigations," EACC said.The latest development comes a day after the commission arrested two court officials for demanding bribes, raising concerns over the court's and DCI's independence of maintaini9ng fair judgment without being compromised.The court officials included a Court Assistant attached to the Magistrate's Court in Eldoret, and a Court Process Server attached to the Civil Registry at Nakuru Law Courts.The process server is accused of seeking money from a complainant in exchange for allocating a convenient mention date for a case, while the Assistant is alleged to have demanded and received a Ksh20,000 bribe
Read briefing The government is expected to receive Ksh51 billion in emergency financing from the World Bank within six weeks to cushion the country from the impacts of the Ebola outbreak, El Niño and high fuel prices.According to Reuters, Kenya applied for the World Bank's emergency financing, known as the Rapid Response Option, after the Iran war began in February and pushed crude oil prices higher.A World Bank spokesperson told the publication that the lender was supporting Kenya to finalise a framework that would allow it to access rapid financing when an eligible crisis or emergency occurs.The emergency funds are expected to support the health sector in responding to the risk of Ebola, while also helping mitigate El Niño's impact on agriculture and environment.The latest update comes as Kenya braces for above-normal rainfall expected between October and December this year, with the rains forecast to begin in the first week of October.The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority (KEMSA) and Kenya Red Cross have warned that the heavy rains could trigger flooding in several areas, potentially displacing more than one million people.Meanwhile, the financing will also help Kenya manage the economic impact of high fuel prices following the escalation of the Middle East crisis, which has resulted in restricted passage at the Strait of Hormuz.Beyond mitigating the impact of El Niño and high fuel prices, the funding will also support Kenya’s efforts to strengthen preparedness and response measures against the Ebola virus in the region. The Ebola risk comes amid outbreaks in the region, with the Democratic Republic of Congo having experienced one of the most severe Ebola outbreaks, while the disease also spread to neighbouring Uganda.Under the World Bank's emergency financing framework, countries such as Kenya can typically access up to 10 per cent of their undisbursed lending portfolio.The arrangement could give Kenya access to about Ksh51 billion based on its current World Bank portfolio, although the final amount will depend on the undisbursed balance when the financing framework is completed.Kenya's World Bank project portfolio exceeds Ksh900 billion ($7 billion), with about Ksh388 billion ($3 billion) already disbursed or committed.Reports indicate that Kenya and the World Bank are finalising a Contingency Emergency Response Project that will set out the terms of the emergency financing.The World Bank Board has already cleared the initial stages of the Rapid Response Option, meaning funds can be released once the contingency framework is finalised.The expected financing comes as Kenya seeks additional sources of funding amid growing debt repayment obligations that have squeezed.
Read briefing Kenya's retail landscape is rapidly changing as consumers increasingly adopt digital payment methods for everyday shopping. Customers are embracing cashless transactions that offer speed, convenience and security.One feature driving this transformation is the Buy Goods option, which has become a popular way to complete purchases without handling physical cash.One of the latest innovations helping accelerate cashless payments is the "Till ni Till" initiative. The service allows Airtel Money customers to pay into tills belonging to any mobile money provider, giving shoppers greater freedom and convenience when making purchases.Whether paying at a supermarket checkout, settling a restaurant bill, purchasing fuel, shopping at a retail store, or buying goods from a neighborhood vendor, customers can simply use Airtel Money to make payments across networks.The growth of Buy Goods transactions is also benefiting merchants. With solutions such as Till ni Till, merchants can also accommodate a wider range of customers without concerns about network compatibility, creating a more seamless shopping experience.As more Kenyans embrace cashless shopping, mobile wallets are becoming part of everyday life. The Buy Goods option continues to bridge these needs by making mobile payments easier and more accessible, while innovations such as Till ni Till are helping ensure that customers can pay wherever they shop, regardless of the mobile money provider behind the merchant's till.
Read briefing The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party has announced a month-long programme to commemorate the first anniversary of the death of its founder, the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.The party has dedicated the entire month of October 2026 to honouring Raila, with supporters expected to participate in a series of activities planned across the country.In a statement issued on September 10, ODM said the programme, dubbed Mwezi wa Baba, will celebrate Raila’s contribution to Kenya’s democracy and his commitment to Pan-Africanism.“In recognition of his tireless contribution to our country's democracy and his Pan-Africanism, the party is dedicating the month of October as MWEZI WA BABA with the following activities,” ODM stated.The commemorations will begin on October 2 with a nationwide candle-lighting ceremony, with Kenyans encouraged to participate individually or in organised groups.The candle-lighting exercise will take place at 6:00 pm, giving supporters across the country an opportunity to remember the former Prime Minister.On October 9, ODM will hold a major memorial rally in Kakamega Town, bringing together supporters from Kakamega, Vihiga, Busia, Bungoma and Trans Nzoia County.Family-led activities will then run from October 10 to October 15, culminating in the main memorial service at Kang'o Ka Jaramogi in Bondo.The party will move its commemorative programme to Northern Kenya on October 17, when a memorial rally will be held in Garissa Town.The Garissa event will bring together ODM members and supporters from Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, Isiolo and Marsabit counties as part of the anniversary programme.Coastal Kenya will host memorial activities from October 18 to 19, before October 20, when Kenyans will observe Mashujaa Day.Raila Odinga died on 15 October 2025 in Kerala, India, aged 80. He was undergoing medical treatment when he collapsed during a morning walk.October 20 is also important for the ODM fraternity since President William Ruto named the former Prime Minister among the 242 Kenyans to receive ‘hero status’ for his role as a statesman, patriot and constitutional reformer who shaped Kenya's democratic journey and will be honored posthumously.ODM will continue the programme in Kajiado County on October 21, followed by three days of memorial activities in Turkana County from October 23 to 25.The month-long programme will conclude on October 31 with the Mwezi wa Baba memorial rally in Nairobi County, as ODM urges supporters to uphold Raila’s ideals.This commemoration adds to the growing list of items done to preserve the name of Raila Odinga, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced in January 30 plans to bind and store local and international condolence messages at the National Archives, ensuring that future generations will be able to access and read them.In addition, the state is collaborating with the National Museums of Kenya and the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) on a memorial project at Kang'o ka Jaramogi in Bondo. The Ksh30 million initiative will see the establishment of a mausoleum and museum at the site, intended to serve as a lasting tribute to Odinga's legacy.
Read briefing Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has introduced new baggage rules for passengers travelling to Nairobi, barring them from attaching their luggage to that of other travellers before arriving at the airport.Kenyans.co.ke has learnt that under the new system, any bags found linked together at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) will be separated and returned to their owners at the passengers’ own expense.“Passengers travelling to Nairobi have also been advised against attaching their luggage to that of other passengers. Any such baggage found at the airport will be returned at the passenger’s own cost,” the government confirmed.The directive targets irregular baggage-handling practices, including cases where commercial goods are presented as passenger luggage to circumvent airline baggage limits and established procedures.The practice can also allow some traders to avoid taxes payable to the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) on goods that should instead be declared and processed as commercial shipments.The directive now requires airlines to ensure baggage is properly identified and processed either as passenger luggage or cargo, with cargo passing through designated terminals.Operators facilitating cargo movement outside authorized channels risk regulatory action, including suspension, as authorities move to enforce baggage requirements set by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA).A raft of measures have also been taken, including the deployment of the Automatic Terminal Information Service (ATIS) to improve the identification and management of arriving and departing domestic and international flights.Going forward, JKIA terminals will accommodate a centralized airline check-in and passenger screening system, alongside clearer terminal arrangements primarily dedicated to arrivals and departures.The government is also advancing the Advanced Passenger Registration (APR) system, with associated data-control facilities expected to become operational within the next month.JKIA currently handles about 8.8 million passengers and more than 358 kilotonnes of cargo annually, while optimization targets raising passenger capacity from eight million to 12 million.With this in mind, the construction of the new terminal, which has begun, KAA says, will take exactly 54 months at a cost of Ksh154.2 billion, as part of the whole JKIA modernisation program In the grand scheme of things, the government said the measures are intended to improve passenger experience and operational efficiency at Kenya’s main international airport.
Read briefing Kenya is among countries expected to feature in a new frontier-market local-currency debt index being developed by JPMorgan as the global banking giant seeks to expand its coverage of government bond markets.Kenyans.co.ke has learnt that the planned index is part of efforts to increase international investor access to local-currency government debt in frontier markets, with Kenya and Nigeria expected to be included alongside Angola and other emerging economies.Reuters reported that JPMorgan is in talks with the Angolan government over the country’s potential inclusion in the new benchmark, which could open its domestic bond market to a wider pool of foreign investors.Kenya’s expected inclusion places the country alongside other frontier markets seeking to attract international capital through their local-currency government securities.The development comes as governments across Africa explore ways of deepening domestic debt markets and attracting foreign investors to help finance public expenditure.For Kenya, the move comes against the backdrop of a large domestic government debt market, with reports suggesting that the country had nearly three times Angola’s outstanding domestic government debt at the end of 2025.Angola had 17 trillion kwanzas, equivalent to about Ksh2.4 trillion ($18.6 billion), in outstanding domestic government debt at the end of last year.Kenya’s economy is slightly larger than Angola’s but has nearly three times as much outstanding domestic government debt.JPMorgan’s planned benchmark is expected to cover local-currency debt markets in a number of frontier economies, potentially giving international investors a new avenue to compare and access their government securities.For Kenya, being featured in the index could increase the visibility of its local-currency debt among global investors, although it was not immediately clear whether Kenya’s inclusion has been formally confirmed.The development also comes as Kenya continues to rely heavily on domestic borrowing to finance government expenditure, while seeking to manage rising debt-service costs and maintain access to international capital markets.JPMorgan’s move could therefore provide another avenue for Kenya’s domestic bond market to connect with international investors as the country seeks to diversify its sources of financing.
Read briefing Members of Parliament have ordered the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) to provide a list of institutions of higher learning that owe the agency Ksh500 million in placement fees.The directive followed the appearance of KUCCPS Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mercy Wahome before the National Assembly’s Education Committee on September 9.Wahome was directed to provide the names of universities, colleges and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions that have failed to remit the Ksh1,500 placement fee charged for every student successfully placed over the years.“If it is about placement, you have actually placed a student at a fee. Give us a list of how much each institution owes you, including the TVETs and everyone else,” the committee ordered.Wahome admitted that several institutions across the country have been holding onto money meant for the agency, with some universities charging students the mandatory Ksh1,500 placement fee but failing to remit the funds to KUCCPS as required.She went further, explaining that some institutions claim certain students never reported, an excuse the KUCCPS has struggled to confirm whenever it tries to balance its books.“And we have had an issue because we realized that when we invoiced them, they would say some students did not report,” Wahome stated.Yet the same institutions reportedly list those very students as enrolled when applying for capitation and scholarship money from the Universities Fund, a clear contradiction.Committee members were quick to flag the inconsistency, warning that it borders on misinformation, which under Kenyan law is a criminal offence.Lawmakers pressed Wahome to explain how much each defaulting institution owes, how long the debts have been accumulating, and why enforcement has lagged so long.Beyond the placement drama, KUCCPS actually collects its fees in stages, depending on when a student applies for university or college placement.Students still in secondary school pay an initial Ksh500, then top it up with another Ksh1,000 during their first course revision, bringing the total to Ksh1,500, charges introduced in 2023.Candidates who missed the school-level window instead pay the full Ksh1,500 upfront the moment they do their first revision as non-school applicants.This comes at a time when public universities and other higher learning institutions are grappling with mounting debts, with pending bills that have surpassed Ksh100 billion amid underfunding, unpaid statutory deductions, and budget deficits. Egerton University leads with Ksh25.5 billion, followed by the University of Nairobi at Ksh17 billion. Kenyatta University owes Ksh12.8 billion, and Moi University owes Ksh10.4 billion.
Read briefing The Ugandan government has urged its citizens living and doing business in Kenya to regularise their stay and operations following President William Ruto’s 90-day ultimatum to foreigners residing illegally in the country.Ugandan Prime Minister and Minister for East African Community Affairs Rebecca Kadaga urged Ugandans in Kenya to seek assistance from the Ugandan High Commission in Nairobi to comply with Kenyan immigration and business regulations.Speaking on Wednesday, September 8, Kadaga said Ruto’s directive should not be interpreted as an order to expel Ugandans but as a requirement for foreigners to formalise their stay and businesses.“I do not want this to be understood as an expulsion of non-Kenyans. It is a directive for foreigners to regularise and register their stay,” Kadaga said.She urged Ugandans conducting business in Kenya to obtain the necessary licences and formalise their operations, particularly those involved in small-scale trade and hawking.“Those doing business need to regularise their businesses, get licences and bank accounts instead of just walking around and hawking,” she added.Kadaga noted that while citizens of East African Community (EAC) member states enjoy the right to move and work in partner states, they must comply with the laws of the host country.“We are not yet a federation. We still have a sovereignty obligation and right. But EAC protocol allows people to move, work and establish in different partner states, but it should be done in the right manner,” she said.The directive by Yoweri Museveni’s administration came a day after Ruto ordered foreigners living illegally in Kenya to regularise their status within 90 days.State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohammed announced on Tuesday, September 8, that the window would allow affected foreign nationals to bring their immigration status and businesses into compliance with Kenyan law.“Every person conducting business in Kenya is required to comply with applicable immigration, work-permit, registration and licensing requirements. Over the next 90 days, the Government will conduct an orderly regularisation exercise to facilitate compliance,” Hussein said.The tight deadline has sparked widespread anxiety among foreigners, including Ugandan, Rwandan and Burundian nationals living in Kenya, who rely on small businesses such as selling coffee, peanuts, and mitumba.
Read briefing The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and Burundi's ruling party, CNDD-FDD, have agreed to strengthen cooperation and share experiences on party building as the two countries seek to deepen their political ties.UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar, on Wednesday, September 9, met with the Secretary General of Burundi's ruling party, CNDD-FDD, Révérien Ndikuriyo, at the UDA Headquarters in Nairobi, where the two discussed several issues.At the centre of the meeting is the working relationship with the two parties agreeing to deepen their relationship."The discussions centered on strengthening relations between the two countries, with UDA and CNDD-FDD agreeing to cooperate and learn from each other on Party building," UDA stated in a statement after the meeting.According to UDA, the parties agreed to cooperate and learn from each other in areas of party building, signalling closer engagement between the ruling parties of the two countries.The two leaders also discussed the broader relationship between Kenya and Burundi, with the two parties highlighting trade, investment, and the free movement of people and goods under the East African Community (EAC)."Kenya and Burundi continue to enjoy close cooperation, with our two countries working together within the wider East African Community (EAC) on trade and investment, and with the free movement of people and goods central to this relationship," the party added.The issue of undocumented Burundian nationals in Kenya also featured in the discussions, with Hassan assuring the Burundian delegation of the government's commitment to regularising their stay.Ndikuriyo also conveyed his appreciation for the hospitality extended to Burundian citizens living and working in Kenya.The meeting comes amid increased scrutiny of foreign nationals and businesses in Kenya, raising concerns among Burundians over their ability to remain, work, and conduct business legally in the country. According to Omar, Kenya remains committed to its relationship with Burundi and to regional integration under the East African Community (EAC), where the movement of people and goods remains a central pillar of cooperation.On Monday and Tuesday, hundreds of Burundians turned up at their embassy in Nairobi seeking travel documents and assistance amid fears of harassment.On Wednesday, hundreds of Burundians continued to visit the embassy seeking assistance to travel back to Bujumbura.This followed a pronouncement by President William Ruto that all foreigners operating small-scale businesses, including hawking, should close down their businesses.However, Ruto later gave a 90-day window for them to regularise their immigration, work permits, business registration, and licensing status before the government begins enforcing the requirements more strictly."Over the next 90 days, the Government will conduct an orderly regularisation exercise to facilitate compliance," read a statement from State House shared on Tuesday, September 8.During the 90-day window, the government assured that all its agencies would provide guidance and apply the requirements fairly, consistently and without discrimination, according to the statement.
Read briefing A five-storey building under construction has collapsed in the Ogembo area, Kisii county.The incident occurred on Tuesday evening, September 8, sparking safety concerns in the area.Several people are feared to be trapped in the building, although Kenyans.co.ke could not independently verify the exact number of people.Emergency responders, including the county emergency team, have already arrived at the scene to help with rescue operations.Footage seen by this publication showed a large crowd gathered in the area as emergency responders intensified the rescue.The Tuesday evening incident has raised concern in the area, with fears that several people could still be trapped beneath the debris by the end of the day. Following the incident, residents have been urged to keep away from the collapsed building and allow rescue personnel to conduct their operations safely.At the same time, local leaders have called on the authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the construction, including compliance with relevant building safety requirements.The collapse comes days ahead of the expected long El Niño rains set for October, with Kisii among the counties expected to experience the rains earlier than projected.The area has experienced rain in recent times, but there are no indications that the rain could have caused damage to the extent of the collapse.The collapse has also renewed concerns over construction safety and the need for strict enforcement of building regulations to prevent loss of life.On July 23, a residential building collapsed in Jacaranda, Nairobi, leaving three people dead and several injured.On April 8, another building under construction in Kibera also collapsed, leaving one dead, with the collapse being attributed to structural failures and poor construction standards.The Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK) and the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) have repeatedly warned that Nairobi and surrounding urban areas are sitting on a structural crisis.Investigations by the National Construction Authority (NCA) point to critical failures across the board following approvals of the constructions.
Read briefing The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has arrested a man over alleged inciteful remarks against Burundi nationals living in Kenya amid controversy surrounding foreigners living and doing small-scale businesses in the country. In a statement on Tuesday, September 8, DCI said the suspect's remarks could incite ethnic hatred, hostility, and violence against the Burundians in the country, fueling fear of possible harassment by Kenyans."Detectives drawn from DCI Buruburu have arrested a 32-year-old man over remarks intended to incite ethnic hatred, hostility and violence against Burundian nationals living and working in Kenya," DCI stated.According to DCI, the suspect was arrested following remarks he made at Jacaranda Grounds in Kayole during a Bunge la Mwananchi event. "The remarks were captured on video and subsequently circulated widely on social media, prompting investigations by DCI detectives," it added.Investigations established that the utterances were directed at Burundian nationals residing in Kenya and engaged in various economic activities, including employment.DCI further added that they are currently examining the intent and circumstances that could have led to the utterances, with the Bunge La Mwananchi member expected to be arraigned in court.If found guilty, the suspect could face charges of hate speech under Section 13(1)(a), read together with Section 62 of the National Cohesion and Integration Act, as well as any other charges arising from the ongoing investigations.The development followed a government warning against harassing any foreign national, stating that anyone found to have committed the offence will be charged."No individual or group has the authority to harass, intimidate, threaten or interfere with foreign nationals or their businesses," State House said in a statement on Tuesday, warning that those who engage in such conduct will face action under the law.On Monday, the Government began a crackdown on unlawful foreigners operating businesses in the country following President William Ruto's orders on September 2.Fear gripped the foreigners running small businesses, especially Burundian hawkers, who flocked to their embassy offices in Nairobi for fear of harassment by Kenyans. Others were also captured at bus stations, fleeing to Bujumbura.Following the rising tensions, President William Ruto on Tuesday announced a 90-day window for foreign traders to regularise their immigration, work permits, business registration, and licensing status before the Government begins enforcing the requirements more strictly."Every person conducting business in Kenya is required to comply with applicable immigration, work-permit, registration and licensing requirements. Over the next 90 days, the Government will conduct an orderly regularisation exercise to facilitate compliance," read a statement from State House on September 8.However, the letter explicitly warned that the exercise will be coordinated by relevant government agencies in consultation with the embassies of affected countries, vowing to take action against anyone found harassing or intimidating any foreigner.
Read briefing Nurses are set to end their five-week nationwide strike after the Council of Governors (CoG) reached a deal with their union, paving the way for the resumption of services in public health facilities.Speaking during the National and County Government Co-ordinating Summit at State House, Nairobi, on Tuesday, September 8, CoG chairperson Ahmed Abdullahi said the agreement was reached through the efforts of the health committee and involves increases in nurses' allowances.Under the proposed deal, nurses will receive an additional Ksh8,000 in risk allowance and Ksh5,000 in uniform allowance, bringing the proposed increase in the two allowances to Ksh13,000."Through the effort of our health committee, I can report that we finally have a deal if they do not change their mind until when the deal is signed. we offered them an increase in their risk allowance to Ksh8,000 and we also offered them an increase of Ksh5,000 in uniform allowance," Abdullahi announced.According to the council, they agreed with the nurses' union to review the allowances again in 2027."We agreed that we will look at these hopefully next year. The signing ceremony will be held after the summit, and we hope they get back to work," he added.The signing ceremony is expected to take place after the summit, paving the way for nurses to return to work.The announcement is expected to end the strike that has paralysed services in public hospitals.The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) on Monday issued a seven-day notice over the nurses' dispute, warning that doctors could also begin their own industrial action if the matter is not resolved.The doctors' union has expressed concern over the prolonged disruption in public hospitals and the additional workload placed on doctors and other health workers during the nurses' strike.At the same time, the nurses have been camping at the CoG offices this week, demanding that their grievances be heard, maintaining that they would only go to work after signing a deal with the government.Among the grievances raised by nurses was the implementation of the 2017 Return-to-Work Agreement, including improvements to their allowances and working conditions.The nurses also pushed for the conclusion and implementation of the 2025–2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), as well as the permanent and pensionable employment of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) staff.Other demands included career progression and promotions, improved remuneration and allowances, and the reinstatement of 46 nurses dismissed by Kisii County.
Read briefing The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has outlined measures it plans to use to identify and manage election-related risks from the campaign period through to the announcement of results ahead of the 2027 General Election.The Commission said the measures will focus on strengthening coordination among electoral and security agencies, improving early warning and response mechanisms, and ensuring that election-related offences are investigated and prosecuted effectively.IEBC Vice Chairperson Fahima Araphat Abdallah said the Commission was working with the National Police Service, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), the Judiciary, the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) and the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) to strengthen election security.She was speaking during the opening of an Electoral Security Arrangement Programme (ESAP) review workshop, which brought together the agencies to assess existing measures and identify gaps ahead of the 2027 election.Under the plan, IEBC intends to strengthen the capacity of electoral and security personnel to enforce election laws and maintain order during the electoral period.The Commission plans to train more than 200,000 police officers and IEBC staff on election rules, public order management and their respective responsibilities during the electoral process.IEBC will also work with other agencies to improve the coordination of investigations and prosecutions arising from election-related offences.Abdallah said the Commission would also strengthen early warning and response mechanisms to enable authorities to identify potential threats and act before they escalate.The measures come amid concerns over political violence and the use of organised groups to disrupt political activities and intimidate electoral officials.Abdallah warned against what she described as a “rising tide of goonism”, saying political actors who use gangs to invade rallies or polling stations and intimidate electoral officials risk undermining the credibility of the election.She said the Commission would enforce the Electoral Code of Conduct and take action against individuals and political actors found to have violated electoral rules.The sanctions available under the framework include fines, restrictions on access to public media and prohibitions from holding public meetings or accessing specified areas.In serious cases, violations could result in the disqualification of candidates or the cancellation of election results, Abdallah said.She emphasised that enforcement would apply regardless of the political standing of those involved, with the Commission expected to take action against offenders without favour.The IEBC also clarified the expected timeline for the 2027 campaign period, stating that campaigns will begin upon registration of candidates, but not earlier than 29 May 2027, and will end on 7 August 2027.The Commission said the timelines would provide a clear framework within which political parties and candidates are expected to conduct their activities.
Read briefing The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has flagged a viral photo circulating on social media as fake, showing a zebra carrying water alongside donkeys.In a public notice, KWS confirmed that the image was AI-generated and warned Kenyans against attempting to use wildlife for domestic work.“Wild means wild. Zebras and other wildlife must never be captured, tamed or used for domestication,” KWS stated.The agency urged landowners and communities living alongside wildlife to adopt conservation-based approaches rather than attempting to domesticate wild animals.According to KWS, private and community landowners can help protect wildlife by establishing private or community conservancies that are registered with the wildlife agency."Landowners and communities with wildlife on their land can instead help protect them by establishing private or community conservancies registered by KWS," it added.The warning comes amid growing interest in AI-generated images, which can create highly realistic scenes that may be mistaken for genuine photographs or videos.The agency called on the public not to subject wild animals to domestic work or to keep them, as that might threaten their safety and that of the wildlife as well.KWS also called on Kenyans who encounter wildlife on their farm to reach out to the service for guidance, offering a toll-free number where Kenyans can lodge their complaints."In case you encounter wildlife on your land and need guidance, call our toll-free number on 0800 597 000," the agency said.The appeal provides landowners and communities with a direct channel to KWS for guidance on how to safely manage wildlife encounters without capturing, taming, or domesticating wild animals.Kenyans have continued to raise alarm over the presence of wild animals, ranging from friendly animals to extremely dangerous ones like the cheetah and Lion.In January 2026, the Kenya Wildlife Service ( KWS ) was forced to issue a high alert after two lionesses were seen roaming the commercial and residential areas of Sholinke and Mlolongo, approximately 8 to 30 kilometers outside the reserve.Residents of the Rongai and Lang'ata areas have also been reporting similar incidents of these animals crossing the fence at night.
Read briefing Government Spokesperson Charles Owino has warned against harassment and intimidation of foreign nationals following recent immigration directives.Speaking during a briefing on Monday, September 7, Owino said the government had directed security agencies and local authorities to ensure that documented foreign nationals and those undergoing registration are not subjected to arbitrary harassment or discrimination.He warned individuals found exploiting the directives to promote xenophobic sentiments or mistreat Kenya’s regional neighbours would face legal action.“Any element seeking to exploit recent directives to fuel xenophobic sentiments or mistreat our neighbours will face the full force of the law,” Owino said.Owino reiterated that no foreign national should be subjected to arbitrary harassment or discrimination, regardless of their documentation status. He called on national security agencies, local authorities and the business community to ensure the safety of foreign nationals who are documented or undergoing registration.“The Government of Kenya maintains a policy against any form of harassment, intimidation or xenophobia. The directive to security agencies, local authorities and the business community is that no foreign national, whether documented or undergoing registration, should be subjected to arbitrary harassment or discrimination,” Owino added.His remarks come just days after President William Ruto issued directives regulating small-scale retail and informal trade activities in line with the proposed Local Content Bill 2025, ordering a halt to hawking operations run by foreign nationals across Kenya, effective Monday, September 7.The directive saw a large number of foreign nationals, particularly from Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo, thronging bus stations to leave, cyber cafes to process temporary passes, and their embassies to process documents. The events were also marked by reports of harassment, with footage obtained by Kenyans.co.ke documenting incidents of violence, intimidation and alleged property theft.The concerns were also raised by the Government of Burundi, which expressed concern over the safety of its citizens and reported that several Burundian traders engaged in small-scale trade had faced dispossession and alleged violence while conducting their daily business activities. Owino noted that some East African nationals, including Burundians, have lived and worked in Kenya without full documentation, potentially leaving them vulnerable to exploitation and harassment.He further revealed that these foreign nationals fall victim simply because they lack proper documentation recognised under Kenyan law, such as work permits and licenses.Meanwhile , Foreign Affairs PS Korir Sing'Oei also visited the foreigners at the embassy, where he assured they would be provided adequate security whilst in the country as they navigated their documentation issues. “In the next few days, the Government of Kenya will provide security in the places where you largely live within Nairobi County, such as Muthurwa, Kangemi and Bahati, to prevent harassment as we educate Kenyans on the importance of regional cohesion,” Sing’Oei stated.
Read briefing A Malaba court has ruled that being the only son of a deceased person does not give a beneficiary an exclusive right to take sole control of a parent’s estate.Resident Magistrate Ogange rejected a claim by a beneficiary who argued that he should be appointed the sole administrator of his late parent’s estate because he was the only male child.In a ruling delivered at the Malaba Senior Principal Magistrate’s Court on September 2, 2026, the court instead appointed him as a co-administrator alongside another beneficiary, allowing both to jointly oversee the administration of the estate.The dispute arose after an application was made seeking the beneficiary's appointment as a co-administrator. He opposed the proposal, insisting that his position as the deceased’s only male child entitled him to sole administration.The court noted that the succession case had remained substantially stalled since 2023, with previous attempts by the parties to resolve the dispute at clan level failing to produce a settlement.The parties were later referred to mediation, but the court found no evidence of a meaningful attempt to participate, leaving the estate and its beneficiaries in limbo.Magistrate Ogange said Section 66 of the Law of Succession Act gives the court the final discretion on who should receive a grant of representation, with the overriding consideration being the best interests of everyone concerned.The court further relied on Section 38 of the Law of Succession Act, which provides that where a person dies without a spouse but leaves children, the estate is equally divided among the surviving children where there is more than one.“It follows that the law does not recognize a superior entitlement on account of being a male child as opposed to a female child,” the magistrate ruled.The court also cited a 2022 succession decision in which the High Court found that being the first child or son of a deceased person did not give someone seniority in entitlement to administer an estate.Magistrate Ogange further said that there was therefore no legal basis for the beneficiary's argument that, being the only male child, he was entitled to exclusive control of the estate. However, the court took into account his complaint that he had not been involved in the succession proceedings.The court found that appointing him as a co-administrator would allow him to participate meaningfully in the administration without giving him exclusive control. It stressed that being an administrator does not give either person beneficial ownership of the estate, and their respective shares will only be determined during confirmation of the grant.
Read briefing Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir has suspended ongoing cycling infrastructure works along Links Road, citing worsening traffic congestion across the city that has left motorists stranded for hours daily.The decision, announced on September 7 by the governor, comes as motorists face increased delays following diversion of traffic from the Bombolulu section of the Mombasa-Malindi Road.Ongoing construction works at Bombolulu have redirected motorists onto alternative routes, increasing traffic volumes and putting additional pressure on roads across Mombasa.“Following the recent upsurge in traffic congestion across Mombasa, occasioned largely by the diversion of traffic from the Bombolulu section of the Mombasa-Malindi Road during the ongoing construction works,” the governor stated. The Bombolulu section remains a critical economic and transit bottleneck along the Mombasa-Malindi Road, and also forms part of the broader East African Coastal Road Corridor, strengthening cross-border trade links between Kenya and Tanzania. County authorities are working with relevant national road agencies and traffic enforcement authorities to improve traffic flow and reduce disruption.The measures are expected to minimize disruption to motorists, businesses, and residents as construction and traffic diversions continue to affect movement around Mombasa.He also stated the temporary suspension of Links Road works, one of the most prominent, rapidly evolving, and commercially vibrant thoroughfares in the Mombasa North Coast region, to allow the road to accommodate increased traffic and ease movement during the diversion.“We have consequently recommended the temporary suspension of the cycling infrastructure works along Links Road. This will allow the road to accommodate the increased traffic volumes and ease movement while the diversion remains in effect,” added the governor.The decision also takes into account additional risks posed by anticipated El Niño rains, which could further complicate movement and traffic management across the city.“We have reviewed the prevailing traffic situation and the additional risks posed by the anticipated El Niño rains,” stated the governor.Mombasa has been officially flagged as a high-risk urban center for severe flooding and storm surges ahead of anticipated El Niño rains, with government risk mapping by the National Disaster Operations Center (NDOC) and the Kenya Meteorological Service Authority (KMSA) also naming the Tana River, Kilifi, Lamu, and Kwale as vulnerable.
Read briefing Kenya Railways has moved to clear up widespread confusion among commuters over the actual difference between the Meter Gauge Railway (MGR) and the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR).The two networks, though both run under the same corporation, are built on completely different track widths and serve different purposes across the country.The key difference between the two is that MGR trains run on a narrower track measuring one metre wide, while SGR trains use a wider track measuring 1.435 metres.This difference in width is exactly why an MGR train cannot simply switch onto SGR tracks, or the other way round, without special equipment.Kenya Railways explained that MGR refers to the country’s older railway network, the Kenya-Uganda Railway, which was built between 1896 and 1901 and has served generations of travellers for decades.SGR, on the other hand, is the newer system, purpose-built for speed and designed to move both people and cargo faster across the country.Another key difference is that the MGR stretches an impressive 2,046 kilometres across Kenya, dwarfing its younger counterpart, SGR, in sheer coverage.The MGR links major towns such as Nyahururu, Kisumu, Nanyuki and Malaba, connecting communities that have relied on rail transport for years.One standout example is the Nanyuki MGR line that was rehabilitated recently, which was recently rehabilitated, covering 755 kilometres from Shimanzi in Mombasa.The Kisumu MGR line has also been restored, reconnecting central and western Kenya to the Port of Kisumu to support regional lake trade.Elsewhere, the Riruta to Ngong commuter line, a 12.5-kilometre stretch, is under construction to ease the daily traffic headache along Nairobi's Ngong Road.By comparison, the SGR covers just 592 kilometres, but its Mombasa to Nairobi line cuts a journey that once took hours down to about five.An extension now runs from Nairobi to Suswa and Naivasha, adding another 120 kilometres and featuring an inland container depot for cargo handling.Kenya’s coexistence of Meter Gauge Railway (MGR) and Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) reflects a global pattern. Many countries operate multiple gauges because networks were built at different times, due to colonial systems, engineering considerations, or economic circumstances.India historically operated broad gauge at 1.676 metres, metre gauge at one metre, and narrow gauges of 0.762 and 0.610 metres. Through Project Unigauge, authorities are converting many metre- and narrow-gauge lines to broad gauge.Australia has standard gauge of 1.435 metres, broad gauge of 1.600 metres and narrow gauge of 1.067 metres, while Spain combines 1.668-metre Iberian gauge with standard-gauge high-speed lines. South Africa mainly uses 1.067-metre Cape Gauge.Japan generally uses 1.067-metre narrow gauge on conventional lines, while Shinkansen uses 1.435-metre standard gauge. Kenya’s one-metre MGR and 1.435-metre SGR coexist, illustrating historical legacy, with modern projects increasingly favouring standard gauge internationally.
Read briefing Ride-hailing company Bolt has invested more than Ksh19 billion in Kenya over the past decade, connecting more than 8 million riders and creating income opportunities for over 170,000 drivers and couriers. Bolt announced the figures on Monday, September 7, 2026, as it marked 10 years since it began operations in the Kenyan market.The company revealed its operations have expanded beyond Nairobi to six regions and 19 towns, reflecting the growth of ride-hailing and other digital services in the country.According to Bolt, its platform has become an important source of income for thousands of Kenyans, particularly drivers, couriers and other workers participating in the gig economy.Bolt, in partnership with Ipsos, estimates that Kenya’s gig economy currently supports about 1.5 million workers and generates more than Ksh130 billion annually.The 2026 Gig Economy Report found that ride-hailing accounts for about 20 per cent of gig economy activity in Kenya, making it the second-largest segment after e-commerce.The report also found that the average Bolt driver earns about KSh63,000 per month, while the top 20 per cent of drivers can earn as much as Ksh184,000 monthly.Boda boda riders using ride-hailing platforms were estimated to earn an average of Ksh56,000 per month, according to the report.More than half of surveyed drivers, at 53 per cent, identified Bolt as their primary source of income, highlighting the platform’s role in supporting livelihoods.The report further found that 98 per cent of surveyed ride-hailing participants said their standard of living had improved through gig work, with 54 per cent reporting a significant improvement.Bolt also highlighted the growing role of technology in Kenya’s transition towards cleaner transport, saying seven in 10 electric vehicles operating in the country use its platform.Investment from Bolt over the past 10 years has supported the expansion of its services while contributing to the wider digital economy and creating new earning opportunities.Bolt’s milestone comes as Kenya’s gig economy continues to expand, with digital platforms providing alternative sources of income amid changing employment patterns.The company said it would continue investing in Kenya and expanding its services as it enters its next decade in the country.
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