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September 16, 2025
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Murkomen Issues Fresh Directives Affecting ID Application, Birth & Death Certificates

Murkomen Issues Fresh Directives Affecting ID Application, Birth & Death Certificates

He said the changes are expected to strengthen and deepen inclusion in Kenya...

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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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