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HomeDaily NewsFriday, January 9, 2026Police Acquire Isuzu Vehicles, KRA Powers Challenged, and Cashew Nut Revival Plan Launched - January 2026
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Police Acquire Isuzu Vehicles, KRA Powers Challenged, and Cashew Nut Revival Plan Launched - January 2026

Isuzu East Africa has delivered 95 vehicles valued at Sh600 million to the National Police Service (NPS) to significantly boost police mobility and operational capacity across Kenya. Separately, a Kenyan professional has filed a petition in the High Court challenging the Kenya Revenue Authority's (KRA) authority to use agency notices to recover taxes, arguing the practice is unconstitutional. On the economic front, the Kenyan government is initiating a revival plan for the struggling cashew nut industry. This initiative aims to create 350,000 jobs and add Sh30 billion to the GDP. The plan seeks to boost annual production to address declining output that has affected incomes and export earnings.

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Friday 3:35 PMCapital Business

Police service acquires 95 vehicles worth Sh600mn from Isuzu

Police service acquires 95 vehicles worth Sh600mn from Isuzu

Isuzu East Africa has delivered 95 vehicles valued at Sh600 million to the National Police Service (NPS), significantly boosting police mobility and operational capacity across Kenya.

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Isuzu East Africa has delivered 95 vehicles valued at Sh600 million to the National Police Service (NPS), significantly boosting police mobility and operational capacity across Kenya.

  • This delivery is part of Phase Seven of the government vehicle leasing programme, under which Isuzu is supplying a total of 591 vehicles worth Sh7 billion to the NPS.
  • The latest batch includes 66 units of the Isuzu TFS 87 Double Cabin and 29 units of the Isuzu TFS 87 Single Cabin, designed for diverse and demanding terrains.
  • Rita Kavashe, Chair of the Board and Managing Director at Isuzu East Africa, stated these pickups "enhance operational readiness while delivering durability, efficiency, and value over their entire lifecycle."
Thursday 6:17 PMCapital BusinessFirst

Cashew nuts revival to create 350,000 jobs, add Sh30bn to GDP

Cashew nuts revival to create 350,000 jobs, add Sh30bn to GDP

The Kenyan government is initiating a revival plan for the struggling cashew nut industry, aiming to generate strong economic growth and job creation. This initiative seeks to boost annual production and address declining output that has affected incomes and export earnings.

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Friday 9:00 AMCapital Business

Petitioner moves to court to challenge KRA’s tax recovery powers

Petitioner moves to court to challenge KRA’s tax recovery powers

A Kenyan professional has filed a petition in the High Court challenging the Kenya Revenue Authority's (KRA) use of agency notices to recover taxes, arguing the practice violates constitutional rights.

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A Kenyan professional has filed a petition in the High Court challenging the Kenya Revenue Authority's (KRA) use of agency notices to recover taxes, arguing the practice violates constitutional rights.

  • The petitioner, Dr. Magare Gikenyi, is contesting Section 56 of the Tax Procedures Act.
  • This section allows the KRA to appoint third parties, such as banks, to recover disputed tax directly from taxpayers' accounts.
  • Dr. Gikenyi argues this undermines constitutional guarantees such as fair administrative action and access to justice.
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Key Highlights

The Kenyan government is initiating a revival plan for the struggling cashew nut industry, aiming to generate strong economic growth and job creation. This initiative seeks to boost annual production and address declining output that has affected incomes and export earnings.

  • The revived sector is projected to create up to 350,000 jobs and contribute more than Sh30 billion to the economy.
  • Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Sen. Mutahi Kagwe announced the turnaround strategy in Kilifi County.
  • Kenya currently produces about 13,000 tonnes annually against an installed processing capacity of 45,000 tonnes.
  • Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (KALRO) Mtwapa Centre has developed a new disease-tolerant, high-yielding cashew variety, with 20,000 seedlings ready for distribution.
  • A high-level stakeholder meeting will be convened to fast-track a master plan for the sector.