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November 2024

KRA goes after nil tax filers and visitors in fresh crackdown

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Kenya Revenue Authority Commissioner General Humprey Wattanga. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] The government is expanding the mandatory use of taxman’s Personal Identification Numbers (PINs) for various government services, aiming to improve tax compliance and identify individuals filing nil tax returns.  Under the plan, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) will leverage PIN information to snoop on individuals’ and companies’ activities across different government services,…

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Three-time Olympic gold medalist Gabby Thomas joins SI Swimsuit’s 2025 roster of elite athletes

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Gabby Thomas has become the latest addition to Sports Illustrated’s star studded roster for the 2025 issue. Three-time Olympic gold medalist and track and field sensation Gabby Thomas has been revealed as the latest star athlete featured in Sports Illustrated’s Swimsuit 2025 edition. Gabby Thomas is transitioning from sprinting to spotlight as she prepares to…

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Kenya – Germany climate action partnership to promote green technology

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Kenya is seeking to leverage its climate action partnership with Germany to strengthen the country’s resilience, promote green technology, and empower vulnerable communities. Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Permanent Secretary Festus Ng’eno alongside Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira Tuesday led negotiations with a German Government delegation led by the Director for Africa Philipp Knill. Accordung…

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Equatorial Guinea orders crackdown on sex in government offices after video tape leak

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Equatorial Guinea on Tuesday ordered a crackdown on sex in government offices after private videos leaked on social media appeared to show a senior finance ministry official having sex with several women in various places, including his office. The government said it was taking action because the videos had denigrated the central African country’s image. Equatorial…

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I now have enough time for friends – Former DP

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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua disclosed on Tuesday that he now has “enough time for friends” following his removal from office. Impeached by Parliament, Gachagua acknowledged that although he was hurt by his exit from office, he is now able to focus on matters he couldn’t while serving as the country’s second-in-command. “What has happened…

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Government to map out medical facilities to ensure quality under SHA

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The government is working with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) and the Kenya Health Professions Oversight Authority (KHPOA) to map out health facilities to ensure that they are manned by professionals and offering quality health services to Kenyans. Health Cabinet Secretary (CS) Dr Deborah Barasa said that they have employed a comprehensive multidisciplinary…

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