NTSA recorded Sh234 million in automated traffic penalties before its network expansion was halted, but only Sh37 million has been paid. Court challenges, contested payment procedures and Senate scrutiny continue to leave the programme’s practical position unsettled.
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Mikindani Community Mourns Pilgrims Killed in Highway Crash
Families and parishioners gathered at St Mathias Mulumba Catholic Church in Mikindani for a requiem Mass following the fatal Mlima Kiu crash. Church leaders offered consolation, while political leaders pledged support and called for safer roads.
M-KOPA Revenue Rises 45% to Sh78 Billion in FY2025
M-KOPA reported record FY2025 revenue of roughly $600 million, up 45%, while reaching 10 million customers since inception. The company returned to profit, expanded its sales network and continued growing its smartphone financing and electric mobility businesses across Africa.
High Court Upholds Kenya’s $50,000 Travel Health Insurance Rule
Kenya’s High Court has upheld a requirement for short-stay foreign visitors to carry travel health insurance with at least $50,000 in benefits. The ruling dismissed constitutional objections, while the Ministry of Health allows qualifying policies purchased abroad.
Kenyan Shilling Holds Sh128–130 Dollar Range for 27 Months
The Kenyan shilling has held near Sh128–130 to the US dollar for 27 months, easing uncertainty for households and businesses. Stronger inflows and reserves have supported stability, while inflation, external financing pressures and the 2027 election raise questions about its durability.
Kenya Lost Sh19.5 Billion After Moody’s Downgrade, APRM Says
Kenya lost an estimated Sh19.5 billion following Moody’s July 2024 credit downgrade, according to the APRM. The African Union body disputes the timing and context of the decision, linking it to higher borrowing costs and currency depreciation.
High Court Awards Justice Sankale Ole Kantai Sh2.5 Million Over Rights Violations
The High Court has awarded Justice Sankale Ole Kantai Sh2.5 million after finding his arrest, detention and warrantless phone seizure violated his constitutional rights. The court also barred further harassment over the closed Tob Cohen murder inquiry.
Kenya Ranks 10th in Africa on Tax and Revenue Mobilisation
Kenya ranks 10th among 54 African countries on tax and revenue mobilisation in preliminary 2026 IIAG findings. Its score of 67.9 exceeds the continental average, although the ranking does not measure tax collected as a share of GDP.
Jeremiah Kioni Questions Jubilee’s Place in Ukombozi, Calls for New Inclusive Coalition
Jubilee Party Secretary-General Jeremiah Kioni has questioned the party’s continued participation in the Azimio/Ukombozi arrangement, calling for a more inclusive coalition. His remarks follow Uhuru Kenyatta’s resignation as coalition council chair amid opposition realignment ahead of the 2027 elections.
Wajir isolates Habaswein patient with suspected viral haemorrhagic fever after travel from DRC.
Health officials in Wajir County have isolated a 20-year-old man in Habaswein after he developed symptoms consistent with a suspected viral haemorrhagic fever, following travel from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Samples have been collected for laboratory testing, and contact tracing has begun.