The Presidential aspirant argued that Kenya’s political culture often places too much emphasis on political experience when assessing candidates for public office, overlooking the skills and values required to manage national affairs
By Chrispho OwuorSpeaking on Sunday, Bishop Kodia said political leaders must put aside personal interests and focus on Kenyans’ needs, including accountability in the use of public funds and government programmes.
By David AbonyoAccording to the reports cited by The Standard, audits tabled before the National Assembly in August found cases involving unauthorised levies, spending without proper supporting documents, failure to collect outstanding fees, unexplained cash withdrawals, unapproved bank loans, weaknesses in procurement systems and questionable investments by some schools.
By Chrispho OwuorThe Speaker urged the legislators to take an active role in the discussions rather than simply attend, arguing that Kenya had an established record of contributing to Commonwealth parliamentary affairs.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe Statutory Instruments (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bill No 10 of 2024) seeks to give citizens a formal channel to petition Parliament when public bodies do not prepare the rules needed to give effect to legislation within the required timelines.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe reforms come as the National Police Service continues to face demands for more officers, improved infrastructure and modern equipment
By Chrispho OwuorSpeaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Mokku said the recall mechanism had become an “uphill battle” because lawmakers were responsible for passing the legislation required to give effect to the constitutional provision.
By David AbonyoRights groups say the cases raise concerns about accountability within the country’s security agencies, with data from the Missing Voices Coalition showing that 19 cases of enforced disappearance and 69 police killings have been recorded in Kenya so far in 2026.
By David AbonyoThe Head of Public Service said the exercise will also help identify cases where different institutions have similar or overlapping responsibilities, allowing government to better coordinate its work and direct resources where they are most needed.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe former Vice President also weighed in on concerns raised by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula and Murang’a Woman Representative Betty Maina over claims that TSC recruitment letters were being issued through unofficial channels.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe President explained that accountability must extend across the Executive, Parliament, Judiciary, national and county governments, constitutional commissions and independent offices. He also defended judicial independence while calling for a balance between constitutional oversight and the democratic mandate secured through elections
By Chrispho OwuorKindiki said Kenya's constitutional identity recognises the country's cultural, ethnic, racial and religious diversity while requiring citizens to remain united as one sovereign nation
By Chrispho OwuorSpeaking on Radio Generation on Thursday, Njeru argued that political parties play a central role in determining who gets appointed to the executive, Parliament and other public institutions, making their internal standards critical to the quality of governance.
By David AbonyoWako argued that accountability should start before election day, with investigations targeting individuals who organise or finance violent groups rather than waiting until perpetrators seek elective office
By Chrispho OwuorLSK President Charles Kanjama said the society would pursue accountability where credible evidence establishes that public officials were involved in, or responsible for, political violence
By Chrispho OwuorThe summit will also examine the growing role of digital health in healthcare delivery and the use of technology to improve health services
By Chrispho OwuorThe Independent Medico-Legal Unit (IMLU) says the deaths involved people aged between 25 and 64, as well as an infant who was being held alongside the mother. The child died at Mamba Police Post, which falls under Matuu Police Station.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking in Nairobi on Thursday, DCP Secretary-General-designate and Nyandarua Senator John Methu said Kenyans deserved a detailed account of how public resources have been managed during Ruto’s four years in office
By Chrispho OwuorThe government has maintained that it has delivered on several fronts and has previously released performance reports detailing its progress under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Wiper Party Senator said Kenya has the land and resources needed to transform its economy but continues to lose opportunities because of corruption.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe IG directed senior officers to keep a close watch on their junior colleagues and deal with behaviour that goes against the standards of the police service.
By Bradley BosireThe Inspector General said the officers have a direct responsibility for the safety and welfare of people held in police cells and must account for what happens to detainees under their watch.
By Bradley BosireThe committee urged NGCDF Fund Managers to keep proper financial records, submit all required documents during audits and work closely with oversight institutions to address queries and improve the management of constituency funds.
By Bradley BosireThe political analyst argued that while the media has an important responsibility to facilitate public debate, governments must also improve the way they communicate with citizens, particularly during major policy reforms
By Chrispho OwuorThe reforms were announced by Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service Felix Koskei, who said the government is accelerating efforts to modernise the management of its vehicle fleet as part of the wider digitisation of public service.
By Maureen KinyanjuiMwaruma succeeds Osotsi, who had chaired the committee since 2022 before being ousted through a vote of no confidence last week
By Chrispho OwuorSpeaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Gikonyo argued that the alleged deployment of masked officers, unmarked vehicles and criminal gangs during political activities reflects deep-rooted failures in policing, accountability and governance rather than isolated incidents.
By David AbonyoThe senator also dismissed suggestions that there was a "mole" at State House after Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua predicted earlier in the day that President Ruto would use the address to unveil a successor to Vision 2030.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe reports are expected to give senators regular updates on financial activities within the counties they represent, allowing them to closely monitor how public funds are managed and spent.
By Bradley BosireThe Office of the Controller of Budget is mandated to oversee the implementation of national and county government budgets by authorising withdrawals from public funds. It also prepares statutory reports, publicises its findings and investigates the use of public money either on its own initiative or following complaints from members of the public.
By Samuel Otieno