AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCourt Relief for Malava MP: Kakamega High Court has dismissed the petition challenging Malava MP David Ndakwa’s by-election win, rejecting claims of voter bribery, violence and intimidation and ruling that an MCA doesn’t have to resign to contest an MP seat. Fuel Shock Hits Everywhere: After EPRA’s latest review, diesel jumped to Sh242.92 and super petrol to Sh214.25, pushing up transport costs—long-distance buses have started fare hikes—and raising fresh pressure on businesses and households. PAYE Cut Pitch: Bankers say a uniform 5% PAYE reduction could lift GDP by up to Sh42bn, boost lending and create jobs, as Finance Bill 2026 debates intensify. Shilling Watch: The shilling slipped slightly against the dollar and euro amid global energy jitters. Trade Opportunity: Kenya’s exporters get a boost as China extends zero tariffs to imports from 53 African countries. U20 Trials Set: Athletics Kenya invites 200+ athletes for World U20 trials at Nyayo Stadium, with strict age verification to curb age cheating. Sports & Society: In Nairobi, CCTV shows a Kilimani stabbing by an ex-boyfriend; and in football, AFC Leopards face Kakamega Homeboyz in the Ingo derby as title pressure builds.
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