Cotton farmers urge State to curb imports, support local industries

Cotton farmers in Mpeketoni are urging the Kenyan government to curb excessive textile imports and bolster local industries, emphasizing the suitability of cotton apparel for the region's climate and its role in job creation.

Counties to receive Sh10.5bn Road Levy share under new funding proposal

The Ministry of Roads and Transport has proposed a new framework to allocate Sh10.5 billion from the Road Maintenance Levy Fund (RMLF) directly to county governments.

State funding to public universities drops by Sh13bn

Kenyan public universities are facing a significant reduction in government funding, with a total loss of Sh13 billion over the past three years under a new funding model.

Africa urged to plug leakages, mobilise local capital as global funding dries up

Africa is being urged to enhance its domestic resource mobilization and reduce financial leakages as global funding sources become increasingly scarce. This call comes amid concerns about the drying up of international financial support for the continent.

Counties Urged to Partner With Private Sector to Drive Economic Growth

ODM alleges Orengo acted pro bono in fund case, later asked for pay

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party has alleged that Siaya Governor James Orengo initially acted pro bono in a Political Parties Fund case before later seeking payment.