Finance Bill 2025 Stories

Rose Njeri’s arrest sparks outrage over digital freedoms and police abuse in Kenya
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 02, 2025

Njeri's detention has triggered a storm of online outrage and drawn support from rights defenders who accuse the government of targeting civic tech in...

Thousands flood Raila Odinga Stadium after hours-long wait to join Madaraka Day celebrations
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 01, 2025

Crowds that had initially been kept outside to allow scheduled activities to proceed were allowed into the stadium, which had been filled to capacity...

LIVE: Kenya marks 62nd Madaraka Day celebrations
Martin Kinyanjui  |  Jun 01, 2025

The day reflects the resilience, unity, and determination of Kenya’s founding leaders and freedom fighters—many of whom were imprisoned, tortured, or...

MPs warn fertiliser VAT shift in Finance Bill 2025 could trigger food price surge
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 01, 2025

Although the Bill does not propose a direct tax on fertiliser, the shift from zero-rated to tax-exempt means manufacturers will no longer be able to r...

Homa Bay’s Raila Odinga Stadium filled to capacity Saturday night ahead of Madaraka Day
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 01, 2025

This year’s Madaraka Day, themed “Our Water, Our Wealth: Harnessing Kenya’s Blue Economy for Sustainable Economic Development”, marks a significant mi...

LSK condemns arrest and detention of Rose Njeri, accuses DCI of blocking legal access
Rachael Mutabasi  |  May 31, 2025

LSK claims that DCI officers denied her access to legal counsel and have continued to frustrate efforts by lawyers to secure her release on police bai...

MPs propose sugar levy on sweetened drinks to curb health risks, fund public programmes
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 29, 2025

According to the legislators, the levy would not only curb the rising intake of sugar but also help reduce the prevalence of lifestyle diseases such a...

Real estate industry raises red flags over Finance Bill, 2025 tax proposals
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 29, 2025

Among the contested proposals is the reintroduction of a 16 per cent VAT on construction materials that were previously exempt or zero-rated.

Kenyans warned of rent hikes, stalled housing if Finance Bill 2025 taxes pass unchanged
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 28, 2025

RESA called on Parliament to urgently amend or suspend these measures, warning that their combined effect represents a policy shock to the property ma...

Urgent food system reform needed for resilience as Africa faces chronic hunger crisis
The New Times  |  May 28, 2025

The conflict adds another destabilising layer. Violence and insecurity across the Sahel, Horn of Africa, and Great Lakes regions have disrupted planti...

Gachagua party launch postponed after Sports Kenya revoked Kasarani booking
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 27, 2025

In response, the DCP condemned the cancellation, describing it as “an affront to democracy” and accused the government of attempting to frustrate its...

LSK, auditors reject key privacy and liability clauses in Finance Bill 2025
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 24, 2025

Another contested aspect is clause 50b, which proposes extending the timeline for processing tax overpayment claims, from 90 to 120 days for initial c...

Kenyans invited to submit views on Finance Bill 2025 through new online portal
Rachael Mutabasi  |  May 23, 2025

Kimani emphasised the importance of citizen involvement in shaping the country’s economic future, particularly through input on the Finance Bill, whic...

Sh876bn fiscal deficit leaves no room for extra spending in 2025/26 budget, MPs warn
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 22, 2025

BAC Chairperson Samuel Atandi announced this as the committee began receiving reports from departmental committee chairpersons on the scrutiny of budg...

Treasury CS Mbadi invites public input for June 12 Budget Statement
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 22, 2025

The budget will cover the 2025/26 financial year and aims to address economic recovery, the cost of living, job creation, and the government’s develop...

Girls in vulnerable communities at risk as state slashes budget for sanitary towels, anti-FGM programmes
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 21, 2025

According to the Social Protection department, the funds have been reduced from Sh1.044 billion to Sh940 million for the 2025/2026 financial year.

Uganda Opposition MPs stage walkout over 'pre-determined' outcome of key bills
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 20, 2025

Ssenyonyi's statement came after reports of a ruling party meeting the previous day at State House Entebbe, where members of the National Resistance M...

Kenya raises sports budget to Sh18.3 billion ahead of global events
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 20, 2025

According to the 2025/2026 budget estimates, Sh17.8 billion has been earmarked for the development and management of sports facilities, up from Sh17.1...

Kenya has a bold new disability law: now to make it work
The Conversation  |  May 17, 2025

The new law expands the definition of disability to encompass a broader range of impairments. This ensures more individuals are recognised and protect...

Vivo V50 lite twins take on Samsung’s S25 Edge, at half the price
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 16, 2025

The Vivo V50 Lite 4G holds up well against the elements, having passed a three-minute water jet test and withstood up to 12 hours under simulated rain...

Wajir residents demand water, roads, education and power to be prioritised in budget
Issa Hussein  |  May 16, 2025

The majority of the residents emphasised the need to prioritise the construction of a mega dam to harvest rain and drilling of boreholes to cushion th...

Mombasa school empowers mums with financial skills on Mother's Day
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 14, 2025

The session was described by many as a game-changer, offering guidance that had previously felt distant and inaccessible.

Kenyans invited to submit views on Finance Bill 2025 by May 27
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 14, 2025

Unlike last year’s proposal, the Finance Bill 2025 does not introduce new tax rates. Instead, it focuses on revenue measures, improvements to tax admi...

Kagame urges Africa to ditch aid dependence after US cuts, calls for self-reliance
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 13, 2025

Kagame emphasised that partnerships, whether between African countries or with international partners, should be based on mutual benefit, not on one s...

Wetang’ula flags Finance Bill 2025 as urgent, directs committee to fast-track review
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 13, 2025

The Bill, which seeks to introduce amendments to tax and duty laws and address matters incidental to them, was published on May 6 and has since become...

State slashes digital transfer tax to 1.5 per cent to boost tech sector
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 12, 2025

Ruto said the move is part of broader efforts to create a pro-business environment that supports start-ups, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME...

Met Gala 2025: Black elegance, bold tailoring and the rise of modest fashion
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 11, 2025

Many embraced flowy elements, whether through dresses or cover-ups, bringing an air of elegance and movement to the evening.

Kenya’s 4x100m men's relay team secures spot at 2025 World Championships
Rama Mohammed  |  May 11, 2025

Kenya’s 4x100m men’s relay team has qualified for the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo after a strong performance in the second round of th...

Samsung to launch ultra-slim Galaxy S25 edge globally on May 12: What to expect
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 10, 2025

Built with titanium frames and Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2, the device is as durable as it is stylish. It’s also rated IP68 for water and dust resistance,...

Rising Stars return from AFCON U20 with lessons learnt and eyes on the future
Erick Kariuki  |  May 10, 2025

Kenya’s U20 national team has returned from their debut appearance at the Africa U20 Cup of Nations with one point and plenty of lessons. Despite a gr...

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