National Assembly sets county share at Sh420 billion in new budget framework
The figure marks a slight increase from the Sh415 billion allocated in the current financial year but remains far below the Sh534.96 billion that governors had proposed.
The figure marks a slight increase from the Sh415 billion allocated in the current financial year but remains far below the Sh534.96 billion that governors had proposed.
Ruto explained that the cooperation within government had allowed the administration to take bold steps on major projects, including the establishment of the National Infrastructure Fund and efforts to mobilise development funds through public investment initiatives.
The application was filed by Charles Wanyonyi, who sought approval to reserve the party name before beginning the formal process of registering the political organisation.
The appellate judges noted that immediate removal of the advisers could disrupt the operations of the Office of the President. They agreed with arguments presented by the Office of the Attorney General that the advisers were already performing public functions when the High Court issued its ruling.
The President also referred to the administration’s 10-point agenda, saying many doubted its implementation when it was introduced but the government has since delivered visible progress under the plan.
The concerns were raised during a meeting of the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Environment, Forestry and Mining in Machakos on Friday, where lawmakers questioned officials from the National Lands Commission and the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry over plans to degazette approximately 6,708 hectares of forest land.
Mwilu, who also serves as Deputy President of the Supreme Court of Kenya, emphasized that judicial officers must anchor all decisions on constitutional principles including equality, human dignity, democracy and the rule of law.
The weatherman raised concerns over possible flash floods, landslides and disruptions to transport and infrastructure.
Those convicted are Erick Munyera, Raphael Kimani, Mustafa Kimani, Stephen Asitiva, Jane Wanjiru and Margaret Njeri’s.
Wandayi addressed the concerns following claims by Ndindi Nyoro, the Kiharu Member of Parliament, who had questioned the G2G framework, suggesting it could compromise fuel availability and pricing. The CS described these allegations as misleading and unfounded.
In a public notice on March 13, NEMA explained that the certificate is intended to “streamline import processes, enhance regulatory coordination, and improve the ease of doing business by enabling importers to apply for and obtain the required EPR Import Certificate through a single electronic platform integrated with other border regulatory agencies.”
In an update on Friday, the ministry said the deaths include 46 men, eight women and eight children as authorities continue rescue, recovery and emergency response operations in affected regions.
In a press statement issued Friday, the commission said it has initiated technical work to design a comprehensive reparations policy aimed at addressing the harm suffered by victims of protest-related and other rights violations across the country.
The order follows a petition filed by her father challenging the school’s decision to bar her from class over the attire.
Accounting Officer Bernice Lemedeket told the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security on Thursday that the adjustment aligns the budget with the actual number of officers currently in service.
Garissa County Referral Hospital is transitioning to an electronic health records system, covering patient registration, lab results, and discharge summaries, while retaining paper backups.
, Principal Administrative Secretary Moses Mbaruku told lawmakers that the office had initially been allocated Sh3.07 billion, comprising Sh2.97 billion under the recurrent budget and Sh100 million under the development budget.
Principal Secretary for the State Department of Industry Juma Mukhwana said the audit will verify that county governments adhere to legal, financial, and governance requirements while implementing the parks.
Advocate Ronald Ong’udi explains why property disputes in Kenya drag on, citing inheritance conflicts, squatters, land use rows and court backlogs, and outlines legal principles shaping ownership claims.
Auditor General Nancy Gathungu’s findings singled out several projects, with the Talanta Stadium standing out as the most expensive. The stadium’s design, construction, and equipping are valued at Sh45.8 billion, but the project has faced criticism over how the contract was awarded.
The Meteorology Bill 2023 was sponsored in the Senate by Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot. It seeks to improve how weather-related services are managed while aligning the sector with both national and international requirements.
The highway had been shut on March 7 after flooding and thick layers of silt covered parts of the road, making it unsafe for vehicles to pass through the area.
onics. When questioned about the origins of the items, the suspects failed to provide credible explanations, further implicating them in the criminal trade. Among the recovered devices, one phone was confirmed as violently snatched from a victim at Ruaka stage, linking the suspects directly to previous theft incidents.
Barasa appeared before the National Assembly Public Petitions Committee, chaired by Muchangi Karemba, to respond to a petition presented by Laikipia North MP Sarah Korere on behalf of residents of Il Ngwesi and the Yaaku community.
The National Treasury had flagged concerns that the existing five-year repayment term and eight-year vehicle age cap were discouraging officers from applying, limiting the effectiveness of the Public Service motor car loan scheme.
Diaspora affairs expert Danson Mukile backs Kenya’s new National Infrastructure Fund, saying it could mobilise Sh5 trillion for major projects if run independently and shielded from political interference.
Justice Lawrence Mugambi, who delivered the ruling on Thursday, said the petition had no merit.
The EACC urged NG-CDF managers and committee members to uphold integrity, transparency, and strict compliance with the law to ensure public funds reach the intended projects and benefit communities.
Before joining the Supreme Court, Ndung’u represented her constituency in the 9th Parliament as a Member of Parliament under the National Alliance Rainbow Coalition (NARC) from 2003 to 2007.
The Health CS said the government is prioritizing preventive and promotive healthcare services, particularly routine screening for blood pressure and blood glucose at community and primary healthcare levels.