Hard truths.
Speaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Alai said the financial dependence of MCAs on governors leaves them with little recourse when their salaries are delayed, despite their constitutional role of scrutinisin...
The payment amounts to about Sh353 million per family, on top of approximately Sh188 million that each family had reportedly received earlier.
Under the committee’s proposal, MCAs will contribute 7.5 per cent of their earnings towards the pension scheme, while county governments will contribute 15 per cent.
Mudavadi emphasized that Kenya’s democratic progress depends on maintaining peace, assuring citizens that the government is committed to delivering credible elections.
He cited failures in waste management and public participation, arguing that citizens and elected leaders must prioritise service delivery and scrutiny to address governance gaps and improve living conditions
The committee will analyse the contents of the agreement, review its legal and financial impact, assess how it may affect the 2025/2026 and 2026/2027 budgets, and oversee public participation as required by Art...
The Speaker outlined that the Ad Hoc Committee will comprise the Speaker as Chairperson, the Majority Leader as Vice Chairperson, the Minority Leader, the Deputy Speaker, six members from the Majority Coalition...
Minority Leader Anthony Kiragu said the agreement is designed to deliver tangible benefits for residents, from clean water and better streets to more efficient urban services.
President William Ruto has approved the upgrade of MCAs’ job groups and backed a contributory pension scheme, while confirming new financial autonomy and ward-level funding measures for county assemblies.
Mudavadi reminded the MCAs that their positions carry weight and should not be taken lightly. Drawing lessons from former United States President Abraham Lincoln, Mudavadi pointed to the value of leadership bui...
The proposed cap could have a direct impact on MCA earnings. Currently, an ordinary MCA receives Sh3,000 per sitting for each committee meeting attended, making committee assignments a key supplement to their i...
Busia County topped the list, spending Sh64.4 million, followed by Baringo with Sh50.4 million, Homa Bay at Sh45 million, Embu at Sh30.6 million, and Elgeyo Marakwet at Sh28.1 million.