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Originally published by Capital Newstop
June 30, 2026
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Cabinet scraps birth certificate fees to fast-track shift to digital IDs
Under the current framework, parents can register a birth free of charge within six months, but applications for late registration and replacement certificates attract processing fees amounting to Ksh150..
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The Kenyan Cabinet has approved the removal of fees for birth certificates to accelerate the country's shift towards digital identification. This move aims to make civil registration more accessible for all citizens.
- The elimination of fees applies to late registrations and replacement certificates, which previously cost Ksh150.
- This decision was made by the Cabinet chaired by President William Ruto.
- Obtaining a birth certificate is a prerequisite for essential government services, including obtaining national identity cards and passports.
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