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Insurance Regulatory Authority

Also known as: IRA

Insurance Regulatory Authority — regulates insurance industry and oversees penetration rates, investigating FKF insurance scandal.

2026-04-252026-06-21

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  1. April 2026
  2. The Standard

    He welcomed the probe which is being carried out by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA), Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA), Confederation of African Football (CAF), and FIFA.“We welcome these processes and respectful

    CHAN scandal: Mariga calls for speedy probe on Sh42 million insurance saga
Society

Fake motor insurance certificates put motorists at financial risk

The News

Cases of fake motor insurance certificates are increasing across Kenya, often issued by rogue agents to unsuspecting motorists who purchased in good faith. Drivers with fake coverage face full personal liability for accident costs and are encouraged to verify policies via the Bima Yangu App or by dialling *352#.

19 June 2026 · The Standard

Friday 19 June

  1. Fake motor insurance certificates put motorists at financial risk

    Cases of fake motor insurance certificates are increasing across Kenya, often issued by rogue agents to unsuspecting motorists who purchased in good faith. Drivers with fake coverage face full personal liability for accident costs and are encouraged to verify policies via the Bima Yangu App or by dialling *352#.

    19 June 2026 · The Standard

  2. Meru County's insurance penetration lags at 1.3 percent

    Official statistics show Meru County has an insurance penetration rate of 1.3 percent, significantly below other counties. The Insurance Regulatory Authority and county leadership have called for increased public awareness and uptake of insurance services to spur economic development.

    19 June 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Former Cabinet Secretary urges Kenyans to support women in leadership roles

    Former Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha has defended women in leadership and urged Kenyans to judge them based on service delivery rather than gender, arguing that women should be given the opportunity to prove their abilities in elected positions.

    2 June 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 31 May

  1. Low insurance uptake leaves Kenyans exposed to flood damage

    Kenya's insurance penetration at 2.2 per cent of GDP in the first half of 2025 leaves households vulnerable to financial shocks. March 2026 flooding killed at least 112 people across 30 counties, damaged nearly 7,000 households, and stranded at least 71 vehicles in Nairobi, with most victims lacking insurance cover to recover losses.

    31 May 2026 · The Standard

Friday 22 May

  1. Ruto directs diesel price cut, defends fuel tax measures

    President Ruto directed a KSh10 reduction in diesel prices for the June-July cycle and defended the government's fuel price support measures—including Petroleum Development Fund use and a 50 per cent VAT reduction—saying they have committed KSh28.19 billion across recent pricing cycles to cushion Kenyans from Middle East conflict-driven fuel price pressures.

    22 May 2026 · Capital News

  2. Ruto directs NTSA to permit graffiti on matatu vehicles

    President William Ruto has directed the National Transport and Safety Authority to allow matatu operators to use graffiti and artwork on public service vehicles, saying the government will facilitate an enabling environment for artistic expression while ensuring safety and respect for other road users.

    22 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 13 May

  1. FKF deputy alleges president bypassed governance in insurance scandal

    Football Kenya Federation deputy McDonald Mariga filed a 63-page affidavit to the Sports Disputes Tribunal alleging FKF President Hussein Mohammed used a single signatory system to manage millions in public and donor funds without National Executive Committee approval, including a KSh.42.7 million CHAN 2024 insurance scandal.

    13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kenya insurance penetration falls to 2.2% of GDP in 2025

    Kenya's insurance penetration declined to 2.2 per cent of GDP in the first half of 2025 from 2.4 per cent in 2024, well below the global average of 7.4 per cent. Insurers are expanding into underserved segments such as elderly people and children, though uptake remains limited.

    13 May 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 29 April

  1. SDT blocks FKF ouster, maintains Hussein pending further investigations

    The Sports Disputes Tribunal temporarily suspended FKF President Hussein Mohammed's ouster over a Ksh. 47.7 million insurance scandal and blocked McDonald Mariga's appointment as "Acting President" pending investigations, days after NEC members voted to remove him.

    29 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 28 April

  1. EACC investigates FKF over Sh42 million CHAN insurance loss

    The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission visited FKF offices as part of an ongoing investigation into an insurance scandal involving the loss of Sh42 million in funds meant for the African Nations Championship 2024. FKF President Hussein Mohammed, acting-CEO Dennis Gicheru and NEC member Abdallah Yusuf were suspended by the federation after brokerage fees were wired to an unlicensed company.

    28 April 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 25 April

  1. FKF suspends three officials over Sh42 million insurance funds loss

    Football Kenya Federation's NEC suspended President Hussein Mohammed, acting-CEO Dennis Gicheru, and NEC member Abdallah Yusuf over the reported loss of Sh42 million in CHAN Pamoja tournament insurance funds, appointing McDonald Mariga as acting-President. The EACC, IRA, PPRA, CAF, and FIFA are investigating the matter, which Mohammed denies, claiming CAF procured the insurance and FKF made no payments to any insurance company.

    25 April 2026 · The Standard

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