Speaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Mokku said the appointment of MPs as Cabinet Secretaries had revived questions about whether the country was recreating aspects of the previous constitutional order, when MPs could also serve in the Executive.
By David AbonyoWomen MPs warn that personal and gendered attacks in Kenya’s political arena could discourage women from seeking elective office, urging politicians to shift from humiliation to issue-based competition and to respect women, families and bereaved relatives.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe National Assembly Committee on Trade, Industry and Cooperatives has given Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui seven days to set up a team to confirm the amount of raw sugar imported through the Port of Mombasa.
By Maureen KinyanjuiKaguchia was charged with offensive conduct conducive to breaches of the peace, an offence under Section 94(1) of the Penal Code, after the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) approved the charge against him.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to the Auditor-General’s findings, IEBC has pending bills amounting to Sh3.77 billion. The report indicates that Sh2.66 billion relates to legal fees, while Sh1.11 billion is owed for goods and services supplied to the commission. Out of the total amount, Sh173.26 million was accumulated during the year under review.
By Bradley BosireNyaribari Chache MP Jhanda Zaheer Merhali, elected in 2022 on a United Democratic Alliance ticket, discusses Kisii childhood, later political competition, and a long relationship with President William Ruto.
By Bradley BosireAccording to statistics tabled in the House, Busia County reported more than ,000 cases, making it the most affected. Nairobi followed with 14,2 cases, Kakamega recorded 11, 0 cases, Nakuru had 10, 4 cases, while Bungoma registered 10,444 cases.
By Ann NyamburaCommittee chairperson Gabriel Tongoyo said many of the issues affecting the National Police Service go beyond legislation, pointing instead to policy and administrative failures that require immediate attention.
By Bradley BosireThe Public Participation Bill, 2025, sponsored by Rarieda MP Otiende Amollo and Ainabkoi MP Samuel Chepkonga, has already gone through the Second Reading stage in the National Assembly. It is now awaiting detailed scrutiny at the Committee of the Whole House stage, where amendments are expected to determine its final shape.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to projections presented before the committee, the arrangement could generate about Sh900 billion over its lifetime, with nearly 76 per cent expected to go to the private partner, a breakdown MPs said raised serious questions about fairness and value for money.
By Maureen KinyanjuiChairperson Timothy Wanyonyi noted an alarming incident at Moi International Airport, where a passenger in a wheelchair was left stranded because staff were not prepared to assist and necessary mobility aids were missing.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe issue emerged during a session of the National Assembly Communication and ICT Committee, chaired by Dagoretti South MP John Kiarie on Thursday, where legislators pressed the two agencies to explain why several hubs meant to provide digital services to communities remain incomplete or inactive.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe appointments were made in line with Article 250(2)(b) of the Constitution, Section 12 of the National Land Commission Act, Cap. 281, and Sections 3 and 8 of the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act, Cap. 7F.
By Maureen KinyanjuiNational Syndemic Diseases Control Council (NSDCC) Acting CEO Douglas Bosire told the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Health that shifting global funding patterns have left prevention activities exposed.
By Bradley BosireA major focus of the session will be the government’s response to criminal gangs operating in different parts of the country. MPs want Murkomen to explain what security agencies are doing to dismantle these groups and stop their activities, amid claims that some gangs are linked to political interests.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSome argue that the MPs are attempting to legitimize a fund that was previously declared unconstitutional by the courts.
By Maureen Kinyanjui