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Parliament has approved the establishment of the National Cybersecurity Agency, aimed at strengthening Kenya’s response to rising cyber threats and safeguarding the digital infrastructure.
The Finance Bill 2026 sailed through Parliament with an overwhelming majority of the cast vote, even as more than half of the MPs absconded.
The amendments appear to be a delicate balancing act between immense political pressure from a heavily taxed public and the government's pressing fiscal necessities.
Only 162 of 349 MPs attended the Finance Bill vote, sparking criticism over absenteeism, accountability, and Parliament’s role in budget oversight.
Only 162 of 349 MPs attended the Finance Bill vote, sparking criticism over absenteeism, accountability, and Parliament’s role in budget oversight.
Treasury CS John Mbadi heads to Parliament to present Sh4.8 trillion budget for the 2026/27 financial year, says reforms to boost revenue collection.
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