Laban Wanambisi

Reporter at Capital FM (Nairobi, Kenya)

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Kenya: Wetangula Says House Whips to Receive Gen Z Petition

3 days ago | allafrica.com | Laban Wanambisi
Kenya: Judiciary, Health Ministry Contradiction Over Legality of 2.75pc Levy to SHA

3 days ago | allafrica.com | Laban Wanambisi

Nairobi — The Ministry of Health and the Judiciary appeared to be pulling from different sides over the implementation of the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), following a High Court ruling that declared mandatory deductions unconstitutional. Justice Chacha Mwita sparked off the disagreement when he ruled that the mandatory 2.75 per cent deduction from gross income for SHIF amounts to double taxation, deeming it unlawful.
Wetangula says House Whips to receive Gen z petition

4 days ago | capitalfm.co.ke | Laban Wanambisi

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 24 – Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetangula says demonstrators participating in tomorrow’s match will be allowed to submit their petitions directly to Parliament. Speaking during a meeting with Acting outgoing Acting US Ambassador Mark Dillard, Wetangula disclosed Parliamentary whips Millie Odhiambo (Minority) and Owen Baya (Majority) will formally receive the petitions on behalf of the National Assembly.
Kenya: DCP Launch to Be Held On July 7 in Maa Land, Gachagua Declares

4 days ago | allafrica.com | Laban Wanambisi

Nairobi — Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua says the Democracy for Citizens Party will be launched on July 7. Speaking during a meeting with grassroots leaders from Kajiado, Narok, and Samburu, Gachagua asked them to help find a venue after the government denied the party access to Kasarani Indoor Arena. He urged the Maa community to unite and form the next government.
Judiciary, Health Ministry contradiction over legality of 2.75pc levy to SHA

4 days ago | capitalfm.co.ke | Laban Wanambisi

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 24 – The Ministry of Health and the Judiciary appeared to be pulling from different sides over the implementation of the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), following a High Court ruling that declared mandatory deductions unconstitutional. Justice Chacha Mwita sparked off the disagreement when he ruled that the mandatory 2.75 per cent deduction from gross income for SHIF amounts to double taxation, deeming it unlawful.
DCP launch to be held on July 7 in Maa land, Gachagua declares

4 days ago | capitalfm.co.ke | Laban Wanambisi

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 23 – Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua says the Democracy for Citizens Party will be launched on July 7. Speaking during a meeting with grassroots leaders from Kajiado, Narok, and Samburu, Gachagua asked them to help find a venue after the government denied the party access to Kasarani Indoor Arena. He urged the Maa community to unite and form the next government.
Kenya youth stage #MaskFriday in solidarity against police brutality victim Boniface Kariuki

1 week ago | capitalfm.co.ke | Laban Wanambisi

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 20 – Kenyan youth are donning face masks as a form of silent protest against police brutality, following the point-blank shooting of a mask vendor by an anti-riot police officer. Popular comedian Eric Omondi says the gesture is a show of solidarity with Boniface Kariuki, who is currently recuperating at Kenyatta National Hospital after undergoing surgery on Tuesday night. “Today marks #MaskFriday in Kenya—wearing a mask is our collective plea: Silence is not an option.
Kenya: Matiang'i Returns Back in Kenya to Focus On 2027 Presidential Bid

1 week ago | allafrica.com | Laban Wanambisi

Nairobi — Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i returned to Kenya last evening after resigning from his international job to focus on his 2027 presidential campaign. Matiang'i, who has declared his intention to vie for the presidency in May, briefly flew back to the United States to finalize the handover process at an international post in Washington, D.C., where he had been serving.
Matiang’i returns back in Kenya to focus on 2027 Presidential Bid

1 week ago | capitalfm.co.ke | Laban Wanambisi

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 20 – Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i returned to Kenya last evening after resigning from his international job to focus on his 2027 presidential campaign. Matiang’i, who has declared his intention to vie for the presidency in May, briefly flew back to the United States to finalize the handover process at an international post in Washington, D.C., where he had been serving.
Kenya: Helb Opens Loan Application Window for KMTC Students

1 week ago | allafrica.com | Laban Wanambisi

Nairobi — The Higher Education Loans Board has reopened student loan applications for Kenya Medical Training College students, following the release of Sh500 million by the National Treasury. HELB Chief Executive Officer Kelly Oluoch announced that eligible KMTC students can now apply for second and subsequent loans. He confirmed the development and urged all eligible students to apply before the set deadline of June 24, 2025.