Author: Damaris Gatwiri

The National Assembly’s Committee on Delegated Legislation has raised concerns that proposed regulations governing stablecoins could hinder innovation, weaken Kenya’s competitiveness as a regional financial technology hub and drive investment to rival jurisdictions. During a consultative meeting with representatives from the virtual assets industry, the committee questioned several provisions contained in the National Treasury’s draft regulations, arguing that some proposals appear inconsistent with global industry standards and the technical realities of digital assets. Led by Committee Chairperson Samuel Chepkonga, lawmakers warned that poorly designed regulations could undermine Kenya’s ambition of becoming a leading digital finance centre in Africa. Speaking during…

The National Assembly’s Decentralised Funds Accounts Committee (DFAC) has called on the Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation (REREC) to enhance communication and collaboration with constituency offices during the implementation of jointly funded rural electrification projects. The recommendation was made when REREC Chief Executive Officer Dr. Rose Mkalama appeared before the committee to respond to audit queries raised by the Auditor-General regarding electrification projects in Mukurweini Constituency. The Auditor-General had questioned the status of two electrification projects financed under REREC’s matching fund programme. According to the audit report, the constituency had transferred funds to REREC for the projects, but auditors…

Nominated Senator Peris Tobiko has called for a comprehensive review of the operations and environmental compliance of Environmental Combustion Consultants Limited, a waste incineration facility located in Kaputiei North, Kajiado County, following growing concerns from residents over its potential impact on public health and the environment. Speaking in the Senate, Tobiko raised concerns over complaints from residents of Empuyiankat, Empatipat, Olturoto and Ilasit, who allege that the facility, popularly known as Mwabe, burns hazardous waste, including plastic materials, industrial chemical rejects and medical waste. According to the Senator, residents have linked the facility’s operations to the persistent emission of thick…

TotalEnergies Marketing Kenya plans to invest more than Sh1 billion annually to expand access to liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) across the country, supporting Kenya’s push to accelerate the adoption of clean cooking solutions. The investment will be directed towards expanding LPG infrastructure, increasing cylinder distribution and introducing innovative payment models aimed at making cooking gas more affordable and accessible to households. The initiative aligns with the government’s target of raising LPG penetration from the current 24 per cent to 70 per cent by 2028 as part of broader efforts to reduce dependence on firewood and charcoal. According to the company,…

The Senate Committee on Lands, Environment and Natural Resources has raised concern over the worsening shortage of clean and reliable water in the Coast region, with the government revealing that current supply meets only about 42 per cent of the area’s daily demand. The committee, chaired by Mombasa Senator Mohamed Faki, received a briefing from Water, Sanitation and Irrigation Cabinet Secretary Eric Murithi Mugaa on the persistent water challenges affecting Mombasa, Kwale, Kilifi and Taita Taveta counties. Appearing before the committee in response to a statement sought by Senator Faki, Mugaa said the Coast region remains among Kenya’s most water-stressed…

The planned expansion of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) will cost no more than Sh154.2 billion, Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir has said, dismissing reports that the project could cost as much as Sh375 billion. Speaking on the proposed modernization programme, Chirchir clarified that the government has not signed any contract for the project and remains committed to the approved budget estimates. “The government does not anticipate the contract award to exceed Sh154.2 billion, and there is no contract that has been signed,” he said. The expansion project is expected to significantly increase JKIA’s capacity, more than doubling annual passenger…

The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) allows companies to update their director information online. If a new director joins a company, the change must be recorded with CIPC to ensure that the company’s records remain accurate and compliant. Learning how to add directors on CIPC helps businesses maintain up-to-date corporate information and meet legal requirements. Gather the Required Information Before starting the process, collect all the necessary details for the new director. This includes identification and contact information. Obtain the director’s ID or passport details Confirm personal information is accurate Have the company’s registration details available Log In to…

The Central Supplier Database (CSD) allows businesses to register and manage their supplier information for government procurement opportunities. One important part of registration is selecting the commodities that describe the goods or services your business provides. Learning how to add commodities on CSD helps ensure that government departments can find your business when searching for suppliers in your industry. Log In to the CSD Portal Start by accessing the CSD website and signing in with your registered username and password. Ensure you have the necessary permissions to update your supplier profile. Open the CSD portal Enter your login details Access…

Bookmarks in Microsoft Word help you mark specific locations in a document so you can quickly return to them later. They are especially useful in long documents such as reports, assignments, manuals, and books. Learning how to add a bookmark in Word can make navigation easier and improve your productivity when working with large files. Open Your Word Document Start by opening the Microsoft Word document where you want to create a bookmark. Locate the text, heading, or position you want to mark. Open the document Find the desired location Place the cursor at that point Select the Text or…

Adding a beneficiary on the Capitec app makes it easier to send money to people, businesses, and service providers without having to enter their banking details every time. Once a beneficiary is saved, future payments can be completed more quickly and conveniently. Learning how to add a beneficiary on the Capitec app helps you manage your transactions efficiently and reduce the risk of payment errors. Log In to the Capitec App Start by opening the Capitec app on your smartphone and signing in with your Remote PIN. Make sure you have an active internet connection. Open the Capitec app Enter…

Adding a beneficiary on the Absa app allows you to make payments quickly and conveniently without entering the recipient’s banking details every time. Once a beneficiary has been saved, you can transfer money, pay bills, and manage your transactions more efficiently. Learning how to add a beneficiary on the Absa app helps make banking easier and reduces the risk of entering payment details incorrectly. Log In to the Absa App Start by opening the Absa Banking App on your smartphone. Sign in using your registered credentials or biometric login if enabled. Open the Absa app Enter your login details Access…

Acorn Holdings has partnered with Absa Bank Kenya and Co-operative Bank of Kenya to launch a new programme aimed at helping university students access accommodation financing and providing start-up capital to graduates seeking to establish businesses. The initiative, dubbed the Zinduka Graduate Enterprise Programme, is designed to support students throughout their academic journey and ease their transition into entrepreneurship after graduation. Under the programme, university students will have access to unsecured loans to finance accommodation in purpose-built student housing facilities. Upon graduation, participants will become eligible for business loans ranging from Sh200,000 to Sh500,000 to help them start and grow…

The National Treasury has been urged to urgently recruit procurement and other critical officers for the Regional Centre on Groundwater Resources Education, Training and Research (RCGW) to prevent disruptions to the institution’s operations. The recommendation was made by the National Assembly Public Investments Committee on Commercial Affairs and Energy during a review of audited accounts of the groundwater training institution covering the 2018/2019 to 2024/2025 financial years. The Committee, chaired by Pokot South MP David Pkosing, raised concerns over findings by the Office of the Auditor-General that the agency was undertaking key functions outside the required legal and financial management…

The government has defended the proposed Sh27 billion Sabaki Water Carrier and Sanitation Project, saying it will significantly improve access to clean water and sanitation services in Kilifi and Mombasa counties while helping address persistent water shortages in the Coast region. Water, Sanitation and Irrigation Cabinet Secretary Eric Muriithi Mugaa told the Senate that the project is currently at the negotiation stage under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) arrangement, with discussions ongoing ahead of the signing of a project agreement. In a statement submitted to the Senate in response to concerns raised by Stewart Madzayo, Mugaa said the project is expected…

Telkom Kenya lost more than 160,000 mobile subscribers in the three months to March 2026, extending a prolonged decline that has seen the telecommunications operator slip from Kenya’s third-largest mobile network to fifth place in less than two years. Latest data released by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) shows that Telkom Kenya’s active mobile subscriber base fell to 584,434 as of March 2026, down from 744,902 recorded in December 2025. The decline represents a loss of 160,468 subscribers during the quarter, highlighting the operator’s continued struggle to retain customers amid intense competition in the telecommunications sector. The subscriber losses…