Three decades of democracy have demonstrated that our PR system is susceptible to corrupt political rent-seeking and has slowly eroded the wishes of voters keen on voting for issues close to their hearts, writes Rich Mkhondo. Posters are up and campaigns are in full swing for the 29 May election. Over 200 political parties are expected to contest this election. We are going to choose who goes to Parliament using the proportional representation (PR) system, which has been in place since 1994. As leaders of political parties criss-cross the country pleading for our votes, the political landscape has changed but not our electoral system.

When Inspector General of Police Japheth Koome, then Nairobi County Commander displayed some of the fake certificates and documents including title deeds, university degrees and certificates that were found in a building in Mfangano Street Nairobi. How can 2000 civil servants be holding fake certificates? Let us ask first why the fake papers are haunting our no longer young nation. Fake certificates also raise the value of foreign certificates. Prof Mutua also claimed that beyond fake certificates, our universities have become brothels where marks are traded for sex.

Detectives have recovered a car allegedly belonging to the husband of slain Ohangla dancer Sheila Odoyo, also known as Sheila Wegesha. The vehicle was found abandoned in the Kencom area within the Nairobi CBD, according to the police. Authorities are seeking to question Jackson Bambo, aged 45, regarding any information he may have about Sheila's murder. It is reported that he was using the vehicle when he left his house on Thursday, with his last signal traced to Narok. After examining the body, Michieka gave his findings as to the cause of death being exsanguination due to sharp force trauma to the neck.

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KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has congratulated Pakatan Harapan (PH) and the Unity Government on the DAP candidate’s victory in Saturday's (May 11) Kuala Kubu Baharu (KKB) state by-election. Based on unofficial results, Pakatan's candidate Pang Sock Tao has successfully defended the seat in the four-cornered contest. "Saudara (DAP secretary-general) Anthony Loke, congratulations on the victory in the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election... a fight to victory... (and) now we defend that win,” he said. Meanwhile, Umno secretary-general Datuk Dr. Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki, based on the unofficial results, also congratulated Pang. In a Facebook post, he said Pang won the state seat with a bigger majority.

The 'Serumpun' section of the The Lain Lain Project exhibition, which also features three publications. A general view of The Lain Lain Project exhibition, now showing at the GMBB arts mall in Kuala Lumpur. Keep the dialogue goingThe last section of the exhibition, "Lain Lain In Kuala Lumpur", sparks a dialogue on the complexities of “lain-lain” in the Malaysian context. In the opening short film 'Sama Sama In Lain Lain,' Teo interacts with a varied group of arts and culture representatives. The Lain Lain Project exhibition is showing at GMBB, Jalan Robertson in Kuala Lumpur until Oct 20.

Real estate investor Grant Cardone is set to appear on A&E’s Home.Made.Nation after the lifestyle block snapped up his Real Estate King series. The show follows Cardone as he is pitched a variety of real estate deals by local real estate operators and wannabes alike, as they vie for the opportunity to get a deal funded by the real estate king himself. “I want to help America learn how to create generational wealth investing in real estate. In the first season I visit ten great cities in America in search of great real estate to buy. If it’s great real estate at the right price with the right partner I will buy it with my money.

Bert Kreischer made a joke involving his bag of nicotine patches during The Tom Brady Roast. Kreischer had nicotine patches in a can in his pocket, but he was informed by the director of the roast that they were too distracting. “Schulz goes, ‘You got a bag of blow on you?’ And the camera’s on me in the Forum and the Forum goes nuts, like, ‘This guy brought coke! '”When Netflix edited together the roast, however, they cut the moment out of the broadcast, much to Kreischer’s approval. “Tom comes back and tells me, ‘You’re about to go viral, everyone’s going to think you’re a cokehead,'” Kreischer recounted.

A Kenyan company, Gabeire A Group (GAG), has been awarded a prestigious multibillion-dollar project for the construction of a 250km road from Antananarivo to Toamasina in Madagascar. Speaking at the launch ceremony to commemorate the beginning of the construction project, Investments, Trade, and Industry Cabinet Secretary, Rebecca Miano, said the achievement underscores Kenya’s expertise and capacity in the realm of infrastructure development and investment. It is a source of immense pride and serves as the bedrock of our economy,” said Miano. This groundbreaking project, valued at US1 billion and funded by the World Bank, marks a significant step towards enhancing connectivity and progress in Madagascar. The project holds immense promise for Kenya, serving as a catalyst for trade by exporting Kenyan expertise in construction and technology consultancy, as well as attracting investment.

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has urged Kenyans to respect the independence of institutions as they are a pillar to the country's stability. He also called for respect for the rule of law and the need to adhere to roles that the legal fraternity plays saying these should not be compromised. We have to maintain the independence of institutions for them to be fair, firm and just in serving the people without fear or favour," he said. He noted that President William Ruto pronounced himself on the need for judicial independence and the independence of institutions such as the ODPP. "I want Kenyans to respect the role President Ruto is playing in ensuring that the country remains united.

By NATION AFRICA More by this AuthorThe US House Speaker Mike Johnson has turned down a request by top Democrats for President William Ruto to address a joint session of Congress. “Speaker Johnson welcomes President Ruto to the Capitol. We have offered the Kenyan embassy over 90 minutes of engagement including a one-on-one visit with Speaker Johnson, (a) bipartisan leadership meeting with Speaker Johnson, Leader Jeffries, and Committee Chairmen and Ranking Members, and a bicameral meeting. Unfortunately, due to scheduling restraints, we could not accommodate a request for remarks before a Joint Session,” he said. Read: US lawmakers request Ruto addressSecurity headacheAdvertisementAccording to Shah, a joint session consumes a lot of energy on Capitol Hill.

The Finance Bill 2024 has proposed the introduction of a Motor Vehicle Tax, with a rate of 2.5 per cent of the vehicle's value. Additionally, an insurer of a vehicle is expected to collect and remit the motor vehicle tax within five working days after issuing an insurance cover. The Bill warned that an insurer who fails to collect and remit the motor vehicle tax shall be liable to pay a penalty equivalent to 50 per cent of the uncollected tax and the actual amount of the uncollected tax. "The Commissioner may prescribe such guidelines as may be appropriate for determining the valuation of a motor vehicle," the Bill added. The Bill contains tax proposals that the Kenya Kwanza government wants to use to raise revenue and finance its ambitious projects.

Siaya Governor James Orengo has called on the Kenya Kwanza government to uphold multi-party democracy. Addressing a gathering in Muhala, Siaya, on Saturday, the governor emphasized that as a democratic state, they will not tolerate any tactics to undermine the opposition leadership of the Raila Odinga coalition. The county boss stressed the need for a thorough and clear examination of any legislation rather than hasty declarations on serious issues. “Kenya is guided by key main pillars like the constitution that includes devolution, democracy, multi-party state, and good governance,” Orengo stated. He underscored that these principles do not permit any leader to impose draconian legislation that infringes on the rights of Kenyans.

East African Breweries Limited (EABL) has officially announced the 9th edition of the World Class Kenya 2024 Bartending Competition, presented by Diageo. The competition runs worldwide with more than 60 nations hoping to have one of their own crowned The Top Bartender in the world. This year’s competition promises an excellent display of mixology if previous editions are anything to go by giving mixologists a chance to shine on the global stage. EABL continues its commitment to supporting talent and fostering the growth of the bartending industry in Kenya. Today, they step further into the competition, a challenge tailored for the best of the best at the #worldclasske2024”.

The proposal to introduce the second option of 10 percent excise duty is contained in the Finance Bill, 2024 that is expected to be tabled in Parliament this month for debate and passage before the end of June. “The first schedule to the Excise Duty act is amended by deleting…the corresponding rate of excise duty and substituting thereof the following new description and corresponding rate of excise duty … tariff 10 percent of the value or Sh12,952.83 per unit whichever is higher,” the Bill reads in part. Also Read: Treasury hits bread with VATThe proposal will affect motorcycles priced at Sh130,000 and above and which will see their excise tax payable exceed the current flat rate based on the 10 percent to be introduced. Currently, imported motorcycles attract an excise duty of Sh12,952 per unit with the exception of motorcycle ambulances and those locally assembled. The firms have been targeting the growing demand as more Kenyans eye the units to set up the easy to start boda boda business amid high levels of unemployment.