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MPs calls for interventions to revive sugarcane farming

Members of Parliament have called for urgent intervention to revive the ailing sugar industry in the country. In a debate in the National Assembly, the lawmakers highlighted the industry potential to create jobs and boost the economy. During the debate on a motion sponsored by Matungu MP Peter Nabulindo the lawmakers’ expressed deep concern over…

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Airbnb operators in Western Kenya put on notice

More than 70 per cent Airbnb operators in Western Kenya tourism circuit are not paying the 2 per cent tourism levy as the law stipulates. Tourism Act, requires various entities offering accommodation services to remit levies based on income generated every month. The levy payable is two per cent of income generated per month for accommodation, and…

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Continental festival set for Kisumu postponed due to floods

FESTAC festival which was supposed to be hosted in Kisumu this month has been postponed to a later date due to floods. According to a statement released by the organising committee, Kisumu was poised to host the $h World Blacks and Africa Festival of Arts and Culture -FESTAC AFRICA on May 20-26, 2024 The statement…

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