The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has launched 350 body-worn cameras for customs officers nationwide, a significant step towards enhancing transparency and accountability at Kenya's border entry points.

• The initiative, costing Sh127 million and supported by the World Bank, aims to improve oversight in customs operations.
• Key figures involved include KRA Commissioner General Humphrey Wattanga and Aviation Principal Secretary Teresia Mbaika.
• These cameras feature GPS tracking, live streaming capabilities, and 60GB storage, with all footage transmitted to a central command centre for monitoring.

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is set to equip its Customs and Border Control officers with body-worn cameras to enhance transparency and combat fraud during inspections.

• The cameras will record interactions at airports, seaports, and land border points to resolve disputes and deter bribery.
• This initiative by the KRA addresses frequent conflicts arising from tax assessments and baggage inspections.
• The technology is also intended to serve as a training tool for improving officer conduct and operational procedures.

The High Court has declined to halt the National Transport and Safety Authority's (NTSA) new instant traffic fine system, despite a petition challenging its constitutionality.

• The court instead directed that the petition be served to the respondents and set a mention date for April 9, 2026.
• The petitioner argued that the system allows for punishment without a hearing, potentially violating constitutional rights to fair administrative action and a fair trial.
• The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) is the primary respondent, with the Office of the Attorney General of Kenya as the second respondent.

The High Court has ruled against suspending the implementation of the Infrastructure Fund Act, a law recently signed by President William Ruto. This decision comes despite two constitutional petitions challenging the legality of the act.

• The fund aims to raise Ksh 5 trillion for infrastructure development.
• Key parties involved include the High Court judges Lawrence Mugambi and Bahati Mwamuye, state agencies, and President William Ruto.
• The court has set April 21 as the date for a mention to confirm compliance before determining the act's constitutionality.