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  Thanks to new services introduced by the Office of the Attorney General, Kenyan couples now have the option to tie the knot in a VIP room or a serene garden setting. The AG’s Office has unveiled enhanced marriage services aimed at offering couples more personalized and convenient ways to formalize their unions. These services ensure couples enjoy memorable ceremonies while meeting all legal requirements for marriage registration. One of the standout offerings is garden weddings, where couples can select from a range of beautiful and tranquil outdoor venues for their special day. “Couples can book a serene outdoor setting, ensuring
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  President William Ruto’s Cabinet has approved the Assumption of Office of President and Transition of Executive Authority Bill, 2024, designed to streamline government transitions after elections. According to a Cabinet brief released on Tuesday, December 17, the bill proposes a Ksh10 million fine for government officials who obstruct the transfer of power between outgoing and incoming presidents. It also recommends a 10-year jail term for state and public officials who hinder the process. The bill enhances security for the President-elect and Deputy President-elect by granting them security arrangements similar to those of the sitting President and Deputy President. In cases
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  The National Treasury has announced plans to acquire electric vehicles (EVs) for four key government institutions. In a tender notice published on Tuesday, December 17, the Treasury invited local and international manufacturers and dealers to lease electric vehicles to the government. The plan targets the National Police Service (NPS) the National Government Administrative Services, the Kenya Prisons Service, and various ministries. “Tendering will follow the Stage Tendering Procurement Procedure using a standardized document and is open to all interested firms. Completed tenders must be submitted by 11:00 a.m. EAT on January 7, 2025. Electronic tenders will not be accepted,” the
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  The Cabinet has approved the establishment of a presidential working group to create a comprehensive strategy for addressing femicide. This new group will collaborate with religious leaders, parents, schools, security agencies, and other key stakeholders to identify existing gaps in laws, enforcement, and societal values that contribute to the crisis. The working group will be gazetted with specific terms of reference and will be tasked with providing actionable recommendations within 90 days. The goal is to create a coordinated approach to tackling femicide and ensuring long-term solutions. In addition to addressing femicide, the Cabinet also approved the launch of the
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  In a lengthy statement released yesterday, the Kenya Veterinary Association (KVA) has called on President William Ruto’s administration to “pause the current exercise to allow time for adequate public sensitization” before proceeding with the much-debated livestock vaccination program. The KVA’s letter serves as a pointed critique of the government’s handling of the campaign, which they believe has been beset by inadequate planning, politicization, and a loss of public trust. The proposed nationwide vaccination campaign aims to combat high-impact livestock diseases such as Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) and Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR). the vets acknowledges the critical need for widespread immunization
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  President William Ruto’s cabinet has approved a new bill aimed at streamlining the handover of executive power to a president-elect, addressing existing gaps in the transition process. The Assumption of Office of President and Transition of Executive Authority Bill, 2024 seeks to ensure the smooth transfer of leadership while protecting the integrity of the process.
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  The agency made it clear that any form of non-compliance—such as hiring unlicensed bouncers or crowd control staff—constitutes a criminal offense punishable under Kenyan law. Read More