The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has launched a new KRA WhatsApp Tax Filing Service, allowing taxpayers to file tax returns and access other key services without visiting KRA offices. Commissioner General Humphrey Wattaga announced on Thursday, January 22, that the WhatsApp chatbot now offers 15 KRA services, including tax filing, and is available 24/7. To […]
U.S. Senator Jim Risch, chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has urged President Donald Trump to impose U.S. sanctions on General Muhoozi Kainerugaba following reports of extreme violence during Uganda’s recently concluded 2026 General Elections. In a statement released on Friday, Senator Risch called for a full reassessment of U.S. security ties with Uganda, […]
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has temporarily suspended KRA Nil Tax Return Filings until the end of March, in a strategic move aimed at converting nil filers and non-filers into active taxpayers. Deputy Commissioner Patience Njau confirmed the decision during a Friday press briefing, explaining that the suspension will give KRA time to validate taxpayer […]
What Is the Board of Peace? The Board of Peace is a newly established international organization created to promote peace, stability, and governance in regions affected by armed conflict, most notably the Gaza Strip after the 2025 Israel‑Hamas War. Officially chaired by U.S. President Donald Trump, it was first proposed in late 2025 and formally […]
The U.S. dollar sits at the center of the global financial system. It is the currency most international trade is priced in, the primary reserve asset held by central banks, and the backbone of global lending and capital markets. Even transactions between countries with no direct economic ties to the United States often rely on […]
As the Uganda election 2026 approaches, the country stands at a historic crossroads. Few elections in Uganda politics have carried such symbolic weight or drawn as much global attention. At the heart of this contest is a familiar face and an insurgent challenger: Yoweri Museveni, the veteran strongman who has ruled Uganda for four decades, […]
Elon Musk is widely known not only for leading some of the most innovative companies in the world, but also for his forward-looking investment mindset. His interests tend to align with technologies that redefine industries — from energy and transportation to space, artificial intelligence, and digital finance. Below is an in-depth look at five key […]
Victoria Rubadiri (born 28 January 1987) is one of Kenya’s most respected journalists and international media personalities, celebrated for her commanding presence on screen, incisive storytelling, and her commitment to telling compelling African stories to global audiences. She currently serves as a correspondent with CNN International, anchoring impactful stories across Connecting Africa and other flagship […]
