The agreements were discussed during a meeting of the Transport and Infrastructure Committee chaired by George Kariuki (Ndia), where representatives from aviation agencies and airlines called for the ratification process to be completed.
By Samuel OtienoThe National Assembly Committee on Cohesion and Equal Opportunities said the Service should take advantage of its presence across all 47 counties to widen recruitment opportunities for underrepresented communities.
By David AbonyoThe two bills were presented to the President for assent at State Lodge, Eldoret on Friday, after being passed by the National Assembly.
By David AbonyoSponsored by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, the proposed amendments are intended to cushion households and businesses against the effects of international oil market volatility while reducing the cost of construction materials
By Chrispho OwuorThe National Assembly Public Investments Committee on Governance and Education issued the warning on Wednesday as it questioned the use of public funds in schools, raising concerns over payments to associations whose legal status and eligibility to receive government money have come under scrutiny.
By Chrispho OwuorThe Speaker of the National Assembly said Lamu Port could become a major alternative gateway for cargo serving Kenya and neighbouring countries, helping reduce the pressure on the Port of Mombasa.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe National Assembly Trade Committee was told on Tuesday, October 6, that the high cost of connecting centres to three-phase electricity was among the main obstacles delaying their operationalisation
By Chrispho OwuorThe legislation was introduced after more than 100 fires were reported across north-eastern parts of Algeria during a period of extreme heat in North Africa. President Abdelmadjid Tebboune had instructed the justice ministry to amend the country's criminal laws following the fires.
By Maureen KinyanjuiParents Associations proposed replacing Parent-Teacher Associations with recognised Parents Associations, with a stronger and more clearly defined role in supporting schools and learners.
By Chrispho OwuorA nominated MP has proposed amendments to Kenya’s security laws to strengthen safeguards for people arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences, including production before court within 24 hours and clearer requirements for arrest records, notice to families, and central police registers.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe Muslim Education Council wants Parliament to remove provisions that allow interest to be imposed on student loans, saying learners should not repay more than the amount they borrowed apart from any clearly stated administrative cost.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe committee, chaired by Luanda MP Dick Maungu, is examining Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu’s reports for the financial years under review, with the school accounting officers expected to respond to various queries.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) has outlined proposals for an Industrial Training Bill, 2026, to replace the Industrial Training Act of 1959. The draft would expand industrial skills development, certification and quality assurance, and introduce structured preparation for migrant workers before they leave for foreign jobs.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iWetang’ula urged Kenyans to embrace these principles, saying national leadership should recognise communities that have historically had limited representation while ensuring that development benefits the wider population
By Chrispho OwuorIn a letter to National Assembly Clerk Samuel Njoroge, the committee proposed adding the examination of reports and accounts of the PSC concerning services and facilities for MPs to its existing duties.
By Bradley BosireLands Principal Secretary Generali Nixon Korir told MPs that processes for the Samburet land dispute in Kericho have moved forward, including subdivision and preparation for mapping, ahead of beneficiary listing and titling steps.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe principle generally prevents interest recoverable on a debt from exceeding the outstanding principal. Cape Holdings wants the court to determine whether it is constitutional to allow interest on a debt already determined by a court to continue accumulating beyond the principal amount.
By Maureen KinyanjuiUnder the proposed reservation, Kenya would not apply provisions that allow extra-territorial jurisdiction over a Kenyan national for an offence committed outside the country, unless the action is provided for under Kenyan law.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe “sponyo” name, drawn from the word “sponsor”, has been used by President William Ruto and his allies in reference to allegations that Uhuru is financing or supporting opposition political activities.
By Bradley BosireThe decision was reached by the Parliamentary Service Commission, chaired by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, with a report on the selection process tabled before Parliament on September 15.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe National Assembly Committee on Implementation issued the directive on Thursday, September 17, 2026, during a sitting held at the Deputy County Commissioner’s office in Malindi, as it moved to revive efforts to settle the long-running land dispute.
By Bradley BosireThe National Assembly Trade Committee has called for tougher safeguards against uncontrolled sugar imports, saying the measures are needed to protect local sugar producers and farmers who depend on the industry.
By Maureen KinyanjuiNational Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah said the Senate’s decision was difficult to understand given its constitutional responsibility to represent and protect county interests.
By Bradley BosireA major issue before the committee was accounts receivable amounting to Sh19.9 million. The Auditor-General said the balance had initially lacked a detailed breakdown showing students’ names, admission numbers and outstanding amounts, although the school later provided the information.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iMbadi said Treasury could not skip public participation because doing so would leave the proposed changes open to legal challenges. He said the government would first allow Kenyans to give their views before the proposals are turned into a Bill for consideration by Parliament.
By Bradley BosireThe Suba North MP has previously maintained that the action taken against Sifuna may have helped raise his profile beyond Nairobi.
By Bradley BosireThe six Bills are the Tertiary Education, Placement and Funding Bill, 2026; Basic Education Bill, 2026; Kenya National Educational Assessments Council Bill, 2026; Pre-Service Education and In-Service Training Bill, 2026; Kenya National Qualifications Framework (Amendment) Bill, 2026; and Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026
By Chrispho OwuorThe Majority Leader said political parties and leaders should also change how they engage with voters, arguing that elections should provide an opportunity for Kenyans to compare different plans rather than witness clashes between supporters.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIchung’wah urged politicians to resist the urge to dictate how the commission operates, saying their role should be limited to offering direction where necessary while allowing the electoral agency to make its own decisions.
By Bradley BosireThe 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 Kinyanjui