Daniel Kimutai

Passionate about ICT & E-Governance.

[Daniel Kimutai @dankimbayas]

Even in tragedy, our strength is in unity. 💪
Let’s stand with our brothers and sisters in Endo, Sambirir, and Embobut.

Together, we will rise again. 🌿
#ElgeyoMudslideUpdate

[Julians Amboko @AmbokoJH]

National Treasury CS, John Mbadi, has told the National Assembly's Budget & Appropriations Committee that at the moment, only that 2031 US$1.5 billion 9.75% Note presents a scenario of looming default risk for Kenya.

The Note, which was floated in February 2024 as part of the liability management for the US$2.0 billion bullet maturity, has a weighted average life of 6 years, armotization kicks in starting 2029.

[Hon.Moses Kuria,HSC @HonMoses_Kuria]

HISTORY IN THE MAKING

After more than 46 years, the Nyahururu–Ol Kalou railway line is back to life.

What was once a forgotten dream is now a reality, opening up new opportunities for trade, tourism, jobs, and economic growth across Nyandarua County.

The return of the train is more than a transport project—it is a symbol of progress, connectivity, and development reaching our people.

We witness a historic moment as the Nyahururu–Ol Kalou train service is officially launched. #HappyMadarakaDay!

#NyahururuOlKalouTrain
#DevelopmentInAction
#NyandaruaRising
#TrainLaunch2026

[Hussein Mohamed, MBS. @HusseinMohamedg]

President Ruto inspects the ongoing construction of the 453-km Lamu–Ijara–Garissa (A10) Road and its associated spur roads, which form part of the LAPSSET Corridor Development Project.

[Julians Amboko @AmbokoJH]

The Kenya Revenue Authority (Amendment) Bill of 2026 is out!

Unlike what we saw with the Central Bank of Kenya (Amendment) Bill of 2026 (see quoted tweet), this one is principally a clean up exercise.

We can see deletion of reference to the Standards Levy Order, 1990 & the Sugar Act (repealed). In their place, we will now have the Standards (Standards Levy)
Order of 2025 (Legal Notice 136/2025) & the Sugar Act, 2024.

The word “ex-officio” with regard to the Board of the Revenue Authority is also being deleted.

[Julians Amboko @AmbokoJH]

Safaricom Plc's submission before the National Assembly's Finance & Planning Committee makes some pretty interesting disclosures:

· The Telco says that due to the volume of transactions (MPesa alone processes ~ 128.8 million transactions per day and ~ 1,1490 transactions per second) KRA's system is not abled to have it file VAT returns

· The Telco says that effective May 1st, 2026 it has been unable to issue valid eTIMS receipts. It is citing integration challenges as the reason for this

Musings:

· Kenya's largest & most profitable entity is unable to integrate with the Revenue Authority's e-invoicing system. It is also unable to file its own VAT returns & has left it to the Revenue Authority to do it from a back office approach. This is very serious!

· Safaricom's submission was, in many words, asking that Sec23A of the Tax Procedures Act recognises MPesa (& mobile money receipts by extension) as valid eTIMS invoices & therefore eligible for income deductible purposes. Plausible?

· Safaricom is also asking why, unlike financial institutions, it does not enjoy the exemption from the requirement of an electronic tax invoice for fees charged despite the fact that it offers similar services

· Safaricom is also raising a fundamental question around the applicability of Sec15 of the Income Tax in as far as allowable deductions go. In the case of promotional prizes paid to individuals, how does a corporate claim the expense yet the individual does not raise an eTIMS invoice? Isn't a promotional prize an expense incurred "wholly and exclusively" in the corporate's line of business?

· Is there a case for the remit of e-invoicing to be limited to transactional taxes & not corporate income taxes?

[Julians Amboko @AmbokoJH]

Kenya's Ministry of Health confirming the Ebola Quarantine facility established in partnership with the US government.

No mention of the Court Order (see quoted tweet).

[Julians Amboko @AmbokoJH]

Utumishi Girls inferno update from National Police Service.

"Analysis of CCTV footage in collaboration with the teachers has enabled confirmation of the identity of 7 students who participated in the arson before escaping the scene. Of 8 suspects previously arrested, 6 have been positively identified & confirmed through the footage. The 7th identified student was among those earlier released to their parents & efforts are underway to trace & arrest her"

Thoughts & prayers go to the families of all those who have lost loved ones, those that have sustained injuries & all those traumatized by the incident.

[Elgeyo Marakwet County @ElgeyoMarakwetC]

Happy Madaraka Day 2026! 🇰🇪

[KIPCHUMBA MURKOMEN, E.G.H @kipmurkomen]

Happy Madaraka Day.

[KIPCHUMBA MURKOMEN, E.G.H @kipmurkomen]

The signing into law of the National Disaster Risk Management Bill, 2023, by the President, H.E. @WilliamsRuto, marks a major milestone in strengthening our capacity to prevent, prepare for, and respond to disasters.

The new law establishes a comprehensive legal and institutional framework for disaster risk management across the national and county governments.

The key provisions of the Act include establishment of the National Disaster Risk Management Authority and mandatory disaster preparedness plans for all public institutions such as schools, colleges and hospitals.

It also calls for the establishment of county disaster risk management committees for rapid local response, a real-time national disaster information system, and dignified assistance and relief for disaster victims and families.

We congratulate the National Assembly Majority Leader, Hon. @KIMANIICHUNGWAH, for sponsoring this important Bill and both Houses of Parliament for considering and approving it.

The Government remains committed to ensuring that lessons learned from recent tragedies translate into stronger prevention measures and more effective emergency response systems.

[Emmanuel kipkemboi @Manukipkemboi]

On 15th May, 2026 - Join us, Examiner Foundation, and partners - @SafaricomFDN, @cookswelljikos and Vice-Chair Adventures for a Dignity Kits distribution at Simotwo Primary School, Kabiemit Ward, Keiyo South Sub-county in Elgeyo Marakwet County. You're welcome!
#CommunityFirst

[Julians Amboko @AmbokoJH]

Finance Bill 2026 makes for an interesting & fairly technical read both from a tax policy & administration standpoint.

A 🧵 on the 11 things that stand out from what we are seeing so far for me.

[Daniel Kimutai @dankimbayas]

@KenGenKenya @GWR @KeForestService @EnviClimateC_Ke @forestserviceKE @NemaKenya @EnergyMinK @KeTreasury @GWR ratify.

[ժׁׅ݊ꪱׁׅᝯׁhׁׅ֮ᨵׁׅᥣׁׅ֪ @PetitJaber]

Congratulations to every graduate. Commitment and determination have brought each one to this milestone, and today celebrates that success with pride. #ElgeyoDigitalAccess @UKinKenya @ACWICT @FCDODigital @ElgeyoMarakwetC

[ժׁׅ݊ꪱׁׅᝯׁhׁׅ֮ᨵׁׅᥣׁׅ֪ @PetitJaber]

The ceremony is especially honored by the presence of H.E. Wisley Rotich, Governor of Elgeyo Marakwet County, whose support highlights the county's commitment to empowering communities through digital inclusion and innovation. #ElgeyoDigitalAccess @UKinKenya @ACWICT @FCDODigital

[Winnie🦋💙 @Madikizela_Win]

Digital skills are creating new pathways for youth employment, enabling participation in remote work, freelancing and digital entrepreneurship. #ElgeyoDigitalAccess @UKinKenya @ACWICT @FCDODigital @ElgeyoMarakwetC

[wolf baby @wolf__baby_]

@Bookten8 @ACWICT @FCDODigital @ElgeyoMarakwetC Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Your journey into the digital world starts today, and the future of Elgeyo Marakwet looks brighter than ever because of your incredible new skills. #ElgeyoDigitalAccess @UKinKenya @ACWICT @FCDODigital @ElgeyoMarakwetC.

[Kanchelski @__Alardi]

Digital exclusion is not simply about lacking a smartphone or internet connection. It is about being locked out of the economy, out of public services, and out of the opportunities that digitally connected citizens access as a matter of course. #ElgeyoDigitalAccess

[Bildad @Total_dadoic]

Governor Wisley Rotich’s commitment to innovation is on full display today. His leadership continues to create sustainable digital opportunities for all across Elgeyo Marakwet. #ElgeyoDigitalAccess @UKinKenya @ACWICT @FCDODigital @ElgeyoMarakwetC.

[ժׁׅ݊ꪱׁׅᝯׁhׁׅ֮ᨵׁׅᥣׁׅ֪ @PetitJaber]

Today marks the graduation ceremony for the Inclusive Digital Futures Training Workshop, bringing together participants, partners, and stakeholders to celebrate a journey of learning, growth, and achievement. #ElgeyoDigitalAccess @UKinKenya @ACWICT @FCDODigital @ElgeyoMarakwetC