AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoNSSF Legal Battle: COFEK has filed to stop enhanced NSSF contribution rates, asking the High Court to revert employers to the old Sh200 deductions while the case challenges the June 5 notice. Public Asset Auctions: Treasury and Agriculture announced separate end-June auctions of government vehicles, office equipment and furniture, with bidders urged to inspect items before bidding. Diaspora Remittances: KNBS says Kenyans abroad sent home KSh931.8bn (Jun 2024–May 2025), mostly used for food and household support, with only small shares going to farming or construction. Transport Overhaul: NTSA plans to overhaul the PSV sector with World Bank and JICA support, and also wants mandatory refresher training for drivers from July; it’s also moving toward licensing private firms to produce driving licences and number plates to cut delays. Nairobi Congestion Tech: KURA unveiled a KSh10bn smart traffic project to upgrade 60 junctions with signals, CCTV and enforcement systems. Climate & Nature: Rhino Ark wants NEMA to halt an airstrip in Upper Imenti Forest Reserve over alleged missing approvals and public participation; meanwhile, new research at Our Ocean Conference highlights coral reefs that may better resist warming. Tax Relief Clarification: KRA says school fees for skill development can be deducted if the programme supports business activities and institutions issue eTIMS invoices. Reparations Framework: Ruto says Kenya will compensate nearly 2,000 protest victims after vetting, with payouts starting next week.
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