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  The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has launched a crackdown on small businesses that fail to comply with tax regulations. The newly established Department of Micro and Small Taxpayers is leading this effort to boost tax revenue. The department now targets businesses and individuals earning Ksh200 million and below in turnover. According to Acting Commissioner George
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  Childhood obesity is becoming a major public health issue in Kenya, with the number of affected children steadily increase. By 2030, experts predict that over 1.4 million children between the ages of 5 and 19 will be living with obesity. Factors contributing to the growing obesity rates among children Unhealthy diets Fast food and processed
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  NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 7 – Private hospitals have lifted the suspension of Social Health Authority (SHA) services after the government committed to settle National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) arrears. While describing the government’s move a step in the right direction, RUPHA Chairperson Brian Lishenga proposed a Sh10 million upfront payment to various facilities. Lishenga however Read More

  President Ruto implored the two leaders to put their differences aside as the region works towards the stabilization of South Sudan under IGAD’s Strategic Framework. Read More

  Legislators are now demanding urgent reforms to secure the future of the national medical insurance scheme. Read More

  NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 7 – The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has approved a joint framework with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). During the meeting, President William hailed it as a commitment to national unity and a bipartisan approach to governance. ODM supporters have been singing and dancing outside Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in anticipation Read More

  According to the institution, the portal will be open for applications to the 13,823 slots available until March 30. Read More

  The Centre for Multiparty Democracy-Kenya (CMD-K) organizes the PDF annually as a platform that brings together leaders, citizens, government institutions, civil society organizations, and private sector stakeholders. Read More

  This session will offer an opportunity to friends, family, and former colleagues who could not attend the memorial service in Nairobi on Wednesday to pay their respects. Read More

  A man from Merti, Isiolo North, is recovering in the hospital after amputating his own genitals while battling depression linked to drug abuse. According to a Citizen Digital report, the 30-year-old man resorted to self-mutilation after his genitals began decomposing due to an injury he had inflicted using a metallic object. His condition worsened because he delayed seeking medical attention. Muslima Abdi, a well-wisher who rushed him to the hospital, shed light on his difficult background, highlighting the lack of support he faced in overcoming addiction. She noted that his struggles with substance abuse ultimately took a toll on his mental health.
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