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Originally published by Kenyanstop
September 16, 2025
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Murkomen Issues Fresh Directives Affecting ID Application, Birth & Death Certificates

He said the changes are expected to strengthen and deepen inclusion in Kenya...
✨ Key Highlights
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced immediate changes to ID, birth, and death certificate application processes in Kenya, aiming to simplify access and reduce financial barriers for citizens.
- Authentication fees for birth certificates when applying for IDs and passports have been scrapped, effective immediately.
- Murkomen announced the government's intention to remove all fees for birth and death certificate applications.
- The cost review for ID replacement aims to lower the current Ksh1,050 fee.
- A new digital system will be introduced to allow Kenyans to initiate and track their ID applications online, providing real-time information.
- The government is implementing a policy review to recognize and document small and previously unrecognised communities.
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