Lutta Njomo

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Rwanda withdraws from Central African forum in protest of DRC action

2 weeks ago | peopledaily.digital | Lutta Njomo

| Rwanda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that the country has withdrawn its membership from the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS). In a statement issued late on Saturday, June 7, 2025, Rwanda indicated that the decision to pull out of the forum came after the outcome of the Malabo summit.
Wamuchomba: Why women representatives’ posts should not be scrapped

2 weeks ago | peopledaily.digital | Lutta Njomo

| Githunguri Member of Parliament Gathoni Wamuchomba has added her voice to the ongoing debate on whether the women representative position should be scrapped. In a statement on Sunday, June 8, 2025, Wamuchomba differed with those calling for its abolishment. The vocal MP argued that the elective post has helped several women elevate their political careers in the country, maintaining that it served as a stepping stone for their blossoming pursuit.
MPs grill KRA officials over controversial proposals on Finance Bill 2025

2 weeks ago | peopledaily.digital | Lutta Njomo

| Following the conclusion of the public participation exercise on the Finance Bill 2025, the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning organised a session with Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) officials over some contentious proposals. In the Saturday, June 7, 2025, session, KRA Deputy Commissioner Maurice Oray faced off with the Molo MP Kuria Kimani-led committee, where he was hard-pressed to elaborate on some of the controversial issues.
Khalwale reprimands Ruto for abandoning Western for Nyanza

2 weeks ago | peopledaily.digital | Lutta Njomo

| Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has castigated President William Ruto, claiming that he is shifting his development agenda from the Western region to Nyanza. Speaking on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at a funeral, the Senate Majority Whip accused the head of state of neglecting those who supported him in the 2022 elections following his newfound bromance with former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
PS Hinga gives evidence of COTU’s support for housing policy

2 weeks ago | peopledaily.digital | Lutta Njomo

| Principal Secretary for Housing and Urban Development Charles Hinga has clarified the Central Organisation of Trade Unions’ (COTU) role in drafting the regulations that manage the Affordable Housing scheme. In a statement on Saturday, June 7, 2025, PS Hinga revealed that COTU was represented throughout the formulation of the law and regulations through its nominee, Earnest Nadome.
KRA explains revised CRSP list for used vehicles after public inquiry

3 weeks ago | peopledaily.digital | Lutta Njomo

| Days after the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) confirmed plans to implement a revised Current Retail Selling Price (CRSP) list for new motor vehicles, marking the first update since 2019, various platforms have been buzzing with how the new directive would affect the motor industry starting July 1, 2025.
US Senator defends proposal to freeze aid for Al Shabaab fight

3 weeks ago | k24.digital | Lutta Njomo

Idaho Senator Jim Risch has continued to rattle East African nations by proposing far-reaching reforms, signalling a shift from an assistance-led to an investment-led strategy in Sub-Saharan Africa. The senator who recently called out President William Ruto following his statement in China is advocating for a symbiotic arrangement, if not a win-win, between the US and East Africa.
Somaliland president’s spokesperson reveals how he defied Somalia’s sabotage in Nairobi tour

3 weeks ago | k24.digital | Lutta Njomo

Days after the Republic of Somaliland’s mission office was opened in Nairobi during a ceremony presided over by the de facto state’s president, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Irro), a diplomatic row is picking up, pitting Somalia. In a lengthy statement on Monday, June 2, 2025, Hussein Deyr, spokesman for the president of the Republic of Somaliland, came out to accuse Somalia of trying to sabotage their Nairobi visit.
Kenyan leaders share different messages for Madaraka Day celebrations

3 weeks ago | peopledaily.digital | Lutta Njomo

| Madaraka Day is a key day in the Kenyan calendar, which is annually celebrated on June 1 to commemorate the day in 1963 when the country attained internal self-rule from British colonial powers. This celebration symbolises the aspirations and sacrifices made by the country’s forefathers to break loose from the chains of colonialism.
Omanyala remains bullish despite being stunned in Kip Keino Classic

3 weeks ago | peopledaily.digital | Lutta Njomo

| 100m Commonwealth Champion Ferdinand Omanyala has expressed optimism despite being stunned at the sixth Absa Kip Keino Classic Continental Tour gold series at the Ulinzi Sports Complex on Saturday, May 31, 2025. Africa’s fastest man finished third after clocking 10.07 seconds, improving on his fifth finish in 2024’s edition at Nyayo Stadium.