The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is encouraging taxpayers to take advantage of the ongoing Tax Amnesty Programme and clear any outstanding principal tax debts. The taxman says that this will improve their compliance status and revenue mobilisation. Individuals and businesses with tax disputes are further urged to exhaust the appeal process of the new window…
Safaricom telco has rolled out an ambitious drive aimed at connecting more Kenyans to easy access to the internet. Dubbed the ‘Maisha Poa ni Digital’ campaign, it will enable Micro, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises to thrive. The mobile end-users will also be able to stay in touch with their loved ones, by banking on affordable…
President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga will officially commission Phase 1 of the Local Authorities Pension Fund’s (LAPFUND) Makasembo Affordable Housing Project in Kisumu, scheduled for Saturday, May 31st. The new Makasembo estate construction began in March 2021 on the expansive 11.6-acre parcel of land (47,245 sqm). It boasts 1,870 units and…
Vulnerable youth aged 18 to 29 years are encouraged to submit their applications for a chance to receive government start-up grants of Sh. 50,000 through the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) program. Stakeholders in the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) ecosystem have urged young people to seize this lifetime opportunity and apply online…
A major overhaul at the recently closed expansive Kibuye Market has begun aimed at improving its sanitation and sewerage systems. The week-long renovation before it’s reopening, will involve unblocking poor drainage systems and repairing sanitary facilities, including toilets. Illegally erected structures that are obstructing sewer flow and access to pathways will be removed. Additionally, a…
The government has set plans to expand Kisumu International Airport in a bid to meet its international aviation standards. The initiative is aimed at robustly boosting connectivity, supporting the tourism circuit, and enhancing economic growth in the Western and Great Lakes Region. Significantly, it will fast-track the export of fresh fish and local farm produce…
Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki has reiterated the government’s commitment towards creating a conducive business environment for small-scale traders to enhance economic growth from the grassroots level. To assist Mama Mboga and Boda Boda Riders, Prof Kindiki said that the President William Ruto-led administration is currently constructing 400 modern markets across the country. The markets…
Kisumu County Governor Prof. Anyang Nyong’o has announced that his administration willintergrate Intelligence Customer Experience (ICX) technologies to offer efficient, responsive, personalized, and easy-to-access services to the public. Nyong’o said that this kind of technology will revolutionize county governance for a more intelligent and citizen-centric approach. Through adapting and innovating, he reiterated that the county…
The Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) has urged the government to reduce the cost of doing business and create a more conducive environment for enterprises to thrive. As the collective voice of employers in the country, FKE emphasized the need to lower taxation levels and review new policy requirements affecting employers. The federation pointed out the…
It was all smiles as Kisumu Juakali Artisans received a major trade boost amounting to Sh 15M from the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF) kitty. The assortment of working tools comprised 10 toolboxes, 14 welding machines, carwash machines, high-pressure pumps, and lathe machines. Speaking during the handing over ceremony, Kisumu County Women Representative, Hon….