Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has revealed plans to review the Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE) tax, aiming to ease the financial strain on Kenyan workers. Speaking at the launch of the 2024 FinAcess Survey, Mbadi acknowledged that high salary taxes remain a major challenge, with 8% of employees’ salaries currently going toward taxes. “We have listened to…
At least 4,282 people have died in road accidents reported this year, compared to 4,090 deaths during the same period in 2023. This marks an increase of 192 lives lost due to road carnage, according to the latest statistics. “These are not just numbers; these are human lives severely impacted by road accidents,” said Inspector…
The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) has published a report revealing the monthly income distribution for employed Kenyans. The 2023 Statistical Abstract Report highlights that most employed Kenyans earned between Kes. 50,000 and Kes. 99,999, with 1,426,245 employees in this salary range. Of these, 908,004 were male and 518,242 were female. The second most…
Police have gunned down two men believed to be part of an armed gang operating in Kakamega and neighbouring counties. The suspects were being pursued by detectives from the DCI headquarters in connection with the attempted murder of a police officer who is currently in a coma at a Kakamega hospital. The officer was seriously…
Good Morning my strong man from Dar es Salaam December 6, 2024, I invite you to look at what is written in the front and back pages of the Tanzanian Newspapers. The post Big news of Tanzania Newspapers today December 6, 2024 first appeared on Millard Ayo.
Noah Lyles seems determined to do things his own way as he has invited students to a showdown with him after snubbing YouTuber IShowSpeed and NFL star Tyreek Hill. Olympics 100m champion Noah Lyles has invited two high school or college athletes from Florida to race him days after turning down a request for a…
Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi. [File, Standard] Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has outlined what he terms as notable milestones achieved within his first 100 days in office. Wandayi, who assumed office in early August, said he has spearheaded the launch of new projects and reactivated stalled ones to address the high cost…
Ambani inspired AFC Leopards back to winning ways in his first match as interim coach after Czech coach Tomas Trucha departed the club for the second time. AFC Leopards interim head coach Fred Ambani has outlined the path he must take to secure the position on a permanent basis following their crucial 1-0 victory over…
Multiple Olympics champion Faith Kipyegon has opened up on what has made her a record-breaking athlete in recent years having previously struggled to break the glass ceiling. Faith Kipyegon has reiterated how motherhood has shaped her into a record-breaking athlete that is now not afraid to go beyond the limits. Kipyegon says since delivering her…
There’s renewed belief in the Kenya Police team after the appointment of Ndayiragije and Sakari believes the law enforcers have what it takes to wrestle the FKFPL title from Gor Mahia. Kenya Police right-back Daniel Sakari has tipped the law enforcers to win the FKF Premier League title under the guidance of experienced Burundian tactician Etienne…
Double Olympics marathon winner Eliud Kipchoge has given reasons why he does not consider his poor performance in Paris a flop despite not finishing his race. Eliud Kipchoge endured a nightmare race at the Paris 2024 Olympics when he failed to finish, owing to a number of factors. Kipchoge dropped out just past the 30km…
President William Ruto yesterday sustained an assault against those spreading news about the controversial Social Health Authority (SHA) equipment tender. Ruto said the detractors had hatched a scheme to create a wedge between him and the county governments to derail the universal health plan and other development plans. Ruto said the reports that he was…
Betting firm Odibets has been unveiled as the title sponsor for the third edition of Homa Bay County’s annual sports tournament, the Genowa Governor’s Cup. Announcing the sponsorship deal on Thursday, December 5, Odibets revealed that participating teams will receive kits and cash prizes, with the tournament champion set to pocket a grand prize of…
The Commission on Administrative Justice (Ombudsman) has raised concerns over the deteriorating state of roads in Nairobi. In a statement, the commission’s CEO Mercy Wambua is seeking answers from the Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) Director General who should respond within a week. The Ombudsman highlighted the daily struggles and frustrations experienced by Nairobi residents…
As the Kenya Devolution Support Program II (KDSP II) gains momentum, county officials across the country have been sensitised towards ensuring efficient service delivery and resource management. The State Department Principal Secretary, Ms. Teresia Mbaika, speaking at a Nanyuki hotel during a three-day conference for the 47 counties chief officers and county program coordinators on…