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LSK threatens contempt proceedings over enhanced NSSF deductions

The News

The Law Society of Kenya has threatened to institute contempt of court proceedings against government agencies and employers continuing to deduct enhanced National Social Security Fund contributions, arguing the deductions lack legal basis following a Court of Appeal ruling.

Why it matters

Law Society threatens contempt proceedings over enhanced NSSF deductions, challenging government implementation of disputed contribution increases.

6 hours ago · The Standard →

Politics

  1. LSK threatens contempt proceedings over enhanced NSSF deductions

    The Law Society of Kenya has threatened to institute contempt of court proceedings against government agencies and employers continuing to deduct enhanced National Social Security Fund contributions, arguing the deductions lack legal basis following a Court of Appeal ruling.

    6 hours ago · The Standard →

  2. Parliament passes Finance Bill 2026 despite opposition amendments

    The Finance Bill 2026 passed Parliament as opposition attempts to amend controversial clauses failed. Opposition MPs rejected the bill, arguing it was intended to hoodwink Kenyans.

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  3. Matiang'i meets Sifuna allies in opposition unity talks

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    6 hours ago · The Standard →

  4. Zimbabwe lower house passes bill extending presidential terms

    Zimbabwe's parliament passed legislation extending presidential terms from five to seven years, allowing President Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain in power until 2030. The bill passed with 216 lawmakers voting in favour and now moves to the upper house, where it is expected to pass.

    9 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  5. UK by-election shapes Labour leadership and Starmer's future

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Business

  1. Government denies JKIA modernization contract to Chivayo firm

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    6 hours ago · The Standard →

Mining & Energy

  1. US secures preliminary minerals deal with Kenya worth $62.4 billion

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    6 hours ago · The Standard →

Society

  1. KNEC prepares for record 3.5 million learners in exams

    The Kenya National Examinations Council faces one of its most demanding seasons as 3.5 million learners are expected to sit national assessments and examinations between September and November 2026, driven by full implementation of Competency-Based Education alongside the final years of the 8-4-4 system. The massive exercise has pushed KNEC into uncharted waters as it grapples with rising operational costs, complex logistics, and persistent funding challenges.

    6 hours ago · The Standard →

Sport

  1. Mexico qualifies for World Cup knockout rounds with Korea win

    Mexico became the first team to reach the knockout rounds of the 2026 World Cup, defeating South Korea 1-0 at Guadalajara Stadium. Luis Romo scored just after half-time to secure Mexico top spot in Group A with a match remaining.

    3 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

World & Region

  1. Zimbabwean businessman Chivayo is convicted fraudster

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    6 hours ago · The Standard →

  2. Trump's Iran deal draws criticism from Republican hawks

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    6 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  3. Ebola response funding falls far short of donor pledges

    Less than 10% of the $910 million pledged by donors to support the fight against Ebola in Congo and Uganda has been released, according to Africa's Centres for Disease Control and Prevention. An Africa CDC official said less than $90 million had been released to affected countries, though some pledges were made recently.

    7 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  4. Oil tankers resume Hormuz Strait transit after US-Iran war deal

    Three Saudi oil tankers and other cargo ships passed through the Hormuz Strait on Thursday following an agreement to end the US-Iran war, according to maritime trackers, though traffic remained well below pre-conflict levels and shipping groups said resumption plans remained unclear.

    3 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  5. Suspected jihadists attack Niger's capital airport; security repels assault

    Niger's security forces repelled an attack on Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey early Thursday, with gunfire ringing out for hours near the sensitive site. An airport source said the attack left numerous attackers dead and others captured with help from local residents.

    6 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

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