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The Parliament of Kenya in Nairobi, where revenue allocation between national and county governments is debated each fiscal year
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Kenya County Revenue Standoff 2026: How the Sh75.7 Billion PFM Act Block Is Holding Up Devolution Funds

Governors and the National Treasury are at loggerheads over Sh75.7 billion in conditional allocations that counties say they cannot access until the Public Finance Management Act is amended. The standoff is delaying county budgets, payroll, and key projects across the 47 devolved governments.

May 24, 2026 8 min read
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Kenyatta National Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya, the country's largest referral facility and one of the institutions where Social Health Authority members access inpatient care
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SHA Voluntary Contributions for Diaspora Kenyans 2026: How to Register, Pay, and Choose Tariffs From Abroad

The Social Health Authority replaced the National Hospital Insurance Fund in late 2024, and by 2026 it has become the gateway to publicly funded care in Kenya. Diaspora Kenyans are not legally required to enrol, but voluntary contributions remain attractive for those with dependants at home or plans to return.

May 24, 2026 8 min read
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Kenyan public institution representing civilian oversight of the National Police Service
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How to File a Complaint With IPOA: A Citizen's Guide to the Independent Policing Oversight Authority, the Police Complaints Process and Accountability in Kenya

Every Kenyan can file a complaint against police misconduct with IPOA, the civilian policing oversight authority. A complete guide to the complaint process, investigations, and outcomes.

May 24, 2026 9 min read
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M-Pesa mobile money and Equity agent kiosk in Nairobi, Kenya, illustrating digital payment platforms affected by the 16% VAT proposal in the Finance Bill 2026
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Kenya Finance Bill 2026 Mobile Money VAT: How the 16% Tax on M-Pesa, Airtel Money and Pesapal Will Hit Consumers and the Diaspora

The National Treasury wants to apply 16% Value Added Tax to fees charged by M-Pesa, Airtel Money, Pesapal, Kenswitch and dozens of other payment platforms. Although the levy targets platform operators, industry watchers expect higher costs to filter down to consumers, including diaspora Kenyans who send money home.

May 24, 2026 9 min read
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Supreme Court of Kenya representing the courts that hear constitutional petitions
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How to File a Constitutional Petition in Kenya: A Step-by-Step Citizen's Guide to Enforcing the Bill of Rights Under Articles 22 and 23 of the Constitution

Every Kenyan can file a constitutional petition to enforce the Bill of Rights, with no court filing fee. A step-by-step guide to drafting Form A, the supporting affidavit, service and the available remedies.

May 24, 2026 11 min read
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Kenya Power transmission lines and electricity pylons at sunset
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Kenya Power Tariffs 2026: The April Adjustment, the July Reset, and What Diaspora-Funded Households Will Pay

EPRA pushed up Kenya Power tariffs in April 2026 by adding about KSh4.70 per unit before taxes, and a new three-year base tariff takes effect from July 2026. The change reshapes the monthly electricity bill for diaspora-funded households and rentals.

May 24, 2026 8 min read
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Kenyan secondary school students celebrating exam results
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KCSE 2025 Results and the 2026 KUCCPS Placement Cycle: A Diaspora Family Guide

Education CS Julius Ogamba released the 2025 KCSE results on 9 January 2026 at AIC Chebisaas in Eldoret. With 993,000 candidates, 27.18 per cent at C+ and above, and the 2026 KUCCPS portal opening, diaspora families need a clear map of placement, fees, and HELB.

May 24, 2026 8 min read
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Kenya National Treasury building on Harambee Avenue Nairobi
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Kenya's 2026 Eurobond Strategy: How the New $2.25 Billion Issue, the Buybacks, and the IMF Successor Programme Affect Diaspora Investors

Kenya re-entered international capital markets in February 2026 with a $2.25 billion dual-tranche Eurobond, then used the proceeds to buy back high-coupon 2028 and 2032 paper. The exercise, the next IMF programme, and the KSh12.4 trillion debt stack are now reshaping the macro picture for diaspora investors.

May 24, 2026 8 min read
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Kenya Revenue Authority building Times Tower in Nairobi
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KRA in 2025/26: The KSh2.97 Trillion Target, eTIMS Enforcement, and What It All Means for Diaspora Kenyans

By March 2026, KRA had collected KSh2.038 trillion at a 96.1% performance rate against target and a 11.4% year-on-year growth. The full-year target sits at KSh2.97 trillion. The eTIMS rollout, the Significant Economic Presence tax, and tougher non-resident rules reshape compliance for diaspora Kenyans.

May 24, 2026 8 min read
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