Tag: public procurement
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Big Scandals That Rocked Kenya in 2025
Overview The year 2025 was a watershed moment for Kenya as several high-profile scandals exposed deep-rooted weaknesses in governance. From state institutions to digital platforms meant to simplify public service delivery, billions of shillings were reportedly misused, pausing progress and triggering nationwide debate about accountability and reform. This article consolidates the major incidents, their common…
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Big Scandals That Rocked Kenya in 2025: A Year of Corruption Allegations and Public Shame
Overview: A Year of Public Betrayal The year 2025 will be remembered in Kenya for a wave of scandals that exposed deep-rooted corruption within pivotal state institutions. Across various sectors, billions of shillings intended for health, education, and public safety are at the center of investigations. This article compiles the most consequential allegations, the institutions…
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Canada and Ontario Sign Landmark Agreement to Accelerate Major Construction Projects
Overview: A Strategic Move to Speed Up Ontario’s Infrastructure In a decisive move to bolster economic growth and competitiveness, Canada and Ontario have signed a new agreement aimed at accelerating the construction of major projects across Ontario. The pact focuses on streamlining approvals, unlocking funding, and coordinating efforts across federal, provincial, and municipal levels to…
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Namibia imposes five-year ban on medical supplier over suspected stolen syringes scandal
Background: A major shake-up in Namibia’s health procurement Namibia’s public procurement watchdog has taken decisive action following investigations into the supply chain for medical equipment. The Public Procurement Review Panel has barred a medical supply company, owned by businessman Sakaria Johanness, from participating in public processes for the next five years. The ban is linked…
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Namibia Imposes 5-Year Ban on Medical Supplier Over Suspected Stolen Syringes Scandal
Background: A Procurement Under Scrutiny The Namibian health procurement system has been rocked by a scandal involving a medical supply company owned by Sakaria Johanness. The company has been barred from participating in public processes for the next five years after the Public Procurement Review Panel confirmed concerns that it supplied suspected stolen medical equipment.…
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Tenders Open for Medicare Mental Health Centres on Central Coast and Tamworth/Armidale
Overview: New Medicare Mental Health Centres to Enhance Care The Hunter New England Central Coast Primary Health Network (HNECC PHN) has opened a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) inviting organisations with proven capability to establish and operate new Medicare Mental Health Centre (MMHC) services. The initiative targets the Central Coast and the Tamworth/Armidale region, aiming…
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Ethiopia Reinforces Transparency, Accountability, and Fiscal Governance
Ethiopia Reaffirms Commitment to Transparent Public Finance The Ministry of Finance of Ethiopia has reaffirmed the country’s steadfast commitment to improving transparency, accountability, and fiscal governance. In a high-level meeting with key stakeholders, government officials underscored that robust public financial management (PFM) is essential to delivering services, safeguarding public funds, and fostering trust in government…
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Cabinet Approves Comprehensive Infrastructure Pricing Framework to Curb Costs and Boost Transparency
Introduction: A Bold Step Toward Affordable Public Infrastructure The cabinet’s approval of a Comprehensive Framework for Infrastructure Projects Pricing marks a significant policy shift aimed at reducing cost inflation in public investments. By standardizing how projects are priced, the framework seeks to curb inflated estimates, improve transparency, and deliver better value for money for taxpayers.…
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Cabinet Approves New Infrastructure Pricing Framework to Curb Inflation and Boost Transparency
New Framework Aims to Transform Infrastructure Pricing The government has unveiled a Comprehensive Framework for Infrastructure Projects Pricing, a policy designed to tackle rising costs in public works while improving transparency and accountability. By standardizing how prices are set, reviewed, and revised across major projects, the framework seeks to deliver greater value for money and…
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Cabinet Approves New Infrastructure Pricing Framework to Curb Cost Inflation and Boost Transparency
New Framework Set to Redefine How Public Infrastructure Is Priced The government has unveiled a Comprehensive Framework for Infrastructure Projects Pricing, a policy package described by officials as a turning point in how public works are planned, priced, and delivered. Foregrounded objectives include reducing cost inflation, increasing transparency across procurement processes, and delivering better value…