Kenya Governance Magazine

  Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is set to reintroduce the graduate trainee   programme   as   it   embarks   on   plans   to   open   more   campuses   of   the   Kenya   School   of   Revenue   Administration   (KESRA) across   the   country.   Speaking   during   KESRA’s   21 st   graduation   ceremony   at   Bomas   of   Kenya,   Nairobi, KRA Commissioner General, Mr.Humphrey Wattanga has said that   the   programme   will   augment   the   Authority’s   efforts   to   build   its   human   resource   capacity in keeping   with   the   organization’s   9 th   Corporate   Plan.   He   said,   “In   light   of   our   unwavering   commitment   to   building   a   skilled   workforce,   I   am   excited   to   announce   that   this   financial   year,   we   will   re-   introduce the Graduate Trainee Program, which has historically proven to be a   potent   program   for   imparting   essential   skills and knowledge   to   our   staff”   The   Commissioner   General   further   said

  Government spokesman Isaac Mwaura has mentioned that the Kenya Kwanza administration is committed to upholding human rights and fundamental freedoms.Addressing concerns raised by Catholic bishops on Thursday, Mwaura said the Government is deeply concerned about the safety and human rights of all Kenyans. He noted that the National Police Service has reported that, during the June and July 2024 protests, 495 police officers and 347 civilians were injured, with another 42 Kenyans losing their lives. “We acknowledge the tragic circumstances and confirm that the Directorate of Criminal Investigations continues to investigate any disappearances even as the Independent Policing Oversight Authority remains focused on identifying and addressing any excesses on the side of the police,” Mwaura said in a statement. Catholic bishops said they are appalled by the blatant recurring incidents of reported abductions, disappearances, torture, and killings of Kenyans. “We also decry the increasing mur

  PS Raymond Omollo Launches Regional Initiative to Combat Violent Terrorism  Dr. Raymond Omollo, Principal Secretary at the State Department of Internal Security and National Administration. He was the chief guest at the launch a major initiative aimed at promoting peace and countering violent extremism in East Africa.  The official launch of the Regional Programme on Peace Building and Preventing Violent Extremism took place at Kwetu, Nairobi, with support from the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), and the IGAD Centre of Excellence for Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism (ICEPCVE). What is peacebuilding and how do you define peace? PS Dr. @ray_omollo emphasized the ongoing challenges of violent extremism and peacebuilding efforts during the launch of the 'Peace Building and Preventing Violent Extremism in East Africa Program' - an initiative supported by @UNDPKenya and @KOICAKenya. He highlighted that while

  The Kenyan government is advancing the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA Plan), a comprehensive strategy aimed at fostering economic resilience, enhancing job creation, and ensuring equitable income distribution.  Dr. Isaack Mwaura, Government Spokesperson, outlined the progress and future direction of the BETA Plan, emphasizing Kenya’s commitment to sustainable development through fiscal discipline, tax reform, and targeted social initiatives. Fiscal Responsibility and Sustainable Growth To address Kenya's rising public debt and reduce reliance on foreign borrowing, the government is championing robust domestic revenue generation. Proposed tax reforms under new legislative amendments such as the Tax Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024 focus on equitable and fair taxation, granting justified tax amnesty, and curtailing tax expenditures that limit resources for essential services. These measures, crafted with public input, aim to secure a stable economic foundation for the na

  PRESS STATEMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT SPOKESPERSON HON. SEN. (DR.) ISAAC MWAURA, CBS, AT KICC 23RD FLOOR ON FRIDAY 4th November 2024. LOW COST OF LIVING 1. The Government is pleased to announce substantial progress in reducing the cost of living for Kenyans, fulfilling key commitments outlined in THE BETA PLAN. 2. Under the leadership of President William Ruto, the government has taken decisive steps to alleviate the high cost of living, directly impacting Kenyans’ daily expenses. 3. Fuel prices have now gone down without subsidies. Kenyans are experiencing immediate savings on transport and energy costs. This change benefits not only consumers but also small businesses and agricultural producers who rely on affordable transportation to bring products to market.  4. Reduced Food Prices Supported by the Fertilizer Subsidy Program: To boost food security and ensure accessible pricing, the government launched a fertilizer subsidy program aimed at enhancing farm productivity and incr

Africa Credit Rating Conference held in Nairobi on 28th and 29th October 2024 The main speakers were Mr Ugas Mohamed - Chairman CMA.                                                      Mr Sam Omukoko - Founder, Metropol Corporation.                                                             Dr Hosea Kili - CPF Financial Services.             Mr Abubakar Hassan - PS MITI Credit Rating is an independent assessment of the ability of a Corporation or a Government to repay a debt. They are then used by investors and lenders who want to know the levels of risk involved if they chip in their finances. We should have more local ratings so we can reduce our reliance on international credit ratings. This is because ratings in local currency will be more realistic than ratings in international currency. Local ratings favor the growth of local bond markets. Local ratings interact directly with public finance policies.  Benefits of having more credit agencies. Prospective investors and lenders wi