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- Road Traffic Deaths Soar in 2024; Police Ramp Up Safety Measures for Festive SeasonAt least 4,282 people have died in road accidents reported this year, compared to 4,090 deaths during the same period in 2023. This marks an increase of 192 lives lost due to road carnage, according to the latest statistics. “These are not just numbers; these are human lives severely impacted… Read more »
- Kenya’s Salary Breakdown for 2023: Most Workers Earned Kes.50,000 to Kes.99,999The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) has published a report revealing the monthly income distribution for employed Kenyans. The 2023 Statistical Abstract Report highlights that most employed Kenyans earned between Kes. 50,000 and Kes. 99,999, with 1,426,245 employees in this salary range. Of these, 908,004 were male and 518,242… Read more »
- Mbadi Confirms Plan to Lower PAYE Tax and Bank Lending RatesTreasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has revealed plans to review the Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE) tax, aiming to ease the financial strain on Kenyan workers. Speaking at the launch of the 2024 FinAcess Survey, Mbadi acknowledged that high salary taxes remain a major challenge, with 8% of employees’ salaries currently going toward… Read more »
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- Poisons Board Quarantines Injection Drug Due to Quality ConcernsThe Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) has ordered the immediate quarantine of Flurasted 500 (5-Fluorouracil) Injection, Batch No. HHP24017, which is used in cancer treatment. This action follows complaints regarding the drug’s appearance. In a statement issued on Thursday, December 5, PPB explained that the quarantine order was prompted by… Read more »
- 500 Nannies Needed for Saudi Arabia: Labour Minister Announces Recruitment DriveThe Labour and Social Protection Ministry has announced an urgent recruitment drive by a Saudi Arabian Human Resource team seeking to hire 500 nannies from Kenya. The team will conduct interviews in Nairobi, looking to fill positions for female candidates with at least one year of child care experience. The… Read more »
- 600 Rider Jobs in Dubai: CS Mutua Announces Recruitment and Earnings BreakdownLabour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has announced 600 job openings for motorcycle riders in Dubai. In an update on December 5, Mutua revealed that officials from a UAE-based company will visit Kenya to conduct interviews and hire riders for the positions. The requirements for candidates include a… Read more »
- Kenya’s TikTok Talent: Dennis Ombachi and Other Stars Top 2024 RankingsFormer Kenyan rugby player turned food blogger Dennis Ombachi has been named one of TikTok’s top stars of 2024. The social media platform recognized individuals across East Africa who have inspired and entertained users with their unique content throughout the year. TikTok’s Head of Content Operations for Sub-Saharan Africa, Boniswa… Read more »
- Sentencing Set for Convicted Murderer of LGBTQ Activist Edwin ChilobaThe Eldoret High Court has convicted Jackton Odhiambo for the murder of LGBTQ activist Edwin Kiprotich Kiptoo, popularly known as Chiloba. Prosecutor Mark Mugun led a compelling case, presenting testimonies from 23 witnesses that detailed the events surrounding Chiloba’s gruesome death. The court concluded that the evidence proved beyond a… Read more »
- President Ruto Vows Corruption-Free SHA and Economic Growth ReformsPresident William Ruto has reaffirmed his dedication to maintaining a corruption-free Social Health Authority (SHA) throughout his tenure. Speaking at the Kilifi International Investment Conference in Vipingo, Kilifi County, on Thursday, he assured Kenyans of his commitment to transparency and accountability in healthcare management. The President emphasized that the government… Read more »
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