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JUST IN: Petition Seeks to Overturn 8-Year Age Limit for Imported Cars 

  A recent directive by the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS), which limits the age of imported vehicles, has been challenged in court. The regulation, outlined in Clause 2.5 of the KEBS Code of Practice for Imported Vehicles, is part of KS1515:2000 and prohibits the importation of vehicles older than eight years from the date of manufacture. Augustine Wanyoike Ndichu has filed a lawsuit at the Milimani High Court against KEBS and the Ministry of Trade, arguing that the regulation is unconstitutional and discriminatory. Wanyoike claims that the rule unfairly limits access to affordable, second-hand vehicles, which are an essential means
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JUST IN: US Representative Huldah Momanyi Describes Ruto as a Leader with a Heart for Kenyans 

  Huldah Momanyi Hiltsley, the first Kenyan-born member of the US House of Representatives, expressed her thoughts on President William Ruto, describing him as a leader with a heart for Kenyans. While attending this year’s Jamhuri Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi on Thursday, Citizen TV journalist asked Momanyi to rate Ruto’s performance since he took office in September 2022. However, she graciously steered clear of giving a specific rating, instead recognizing Ruto’s dedication to addressing the needs of the Kenyan people. “I’m not in the business of rating President Ruto and how he is performing, but I know, now
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JUST IN: Ruto Warns, Kenya’s Progress at Risk If Criticism Continues Without Factual Basis 

  President William Ruto has called on Kenyans to offer honest and fact-based criticism while challenging the policies of his Kenya Kwanza administration. Speaking at the Jamhuri Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens on Thursday, Ruto warned that the nation risks stagnation if citizens continue to focus solely on negativity instead of constructive dialogue. The President emphasized the importance of supporting Kenya’s democratic progress and development goals by engaging in informed criticism. He stressed that unfounded criticism undermines the country’s future and hampers development efforts. “I therefore urge all Kenyans to participate fully in our democratic discourse, even as we work hard
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JUST IN: Govt Introduces Enhanced Youth Fund to Combat Unemployment 

  The government has unveiled the draft Youth (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which proposes the establishment of an enhanced credit fund aimed at tackling youth unemployment. The bill, currently undergoing public participation, seeks to provide accessible financial resources to support entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable livelihood projects while also fostering capacity-building programs for young people. The proposed fund will offer grants, loans, and other financial assistance to youth-led enterprises. In addition, it will promote training in financial literacy, business management, and technical skills, helping young people thrive in today’s job market. According to George Mbogo, Director for Youth in charge of Entrepreneurship and
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