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Co-operatives Bill targets Governance reforms and stronger SACCO oversight
The Bill is designed to replace the current Co-operative Societies Act and align the sector with the 2010 Constitution and devolution
National Assembly
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MPs order special audit of PSIP after stipend payment delays
According to the committee, the decision was driven by ongoing concerns that have followed the programme for years, including inconsistencies in payment processing, late release of stipends, and weaknesses in h...
Health and Wellness
Kenya needs Sh2.6 billion for Ebola readiness, Duale tells MPs
Health CS Aden Duale told Parliament Kenya needs Sh2.6 billion to strengthen weak areas in emergency Ebola response, targeting border screening, surveillance, laboratories, logistics, isolation capacity, and su...
Health and Wellness
Duale dismisses US-linked Ebola quarantine claims, cites 2015 health deal
Addressing the National Assembly on Wednesday, the CS said Kenya’s cooperation with Washington dates back to a 2015 agreement and has significantly strengthened the health sector.
Health and Wellness
MPs pass new law to tighten control and safety standards in Kenya’s health sector
The law introduces clear protections for patients, spelling out their rights to safe and quality care, treatment from qualified professionals, informed consent, access to medical information, dignity, fairness,...
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Heroes’ Council cites staff crisis as MPs probe audit queries
Despite outlining its mandate, the Council was required to respond to issues highlighted by the Auditor-General. Members of the committee questioned officials over documentation gaps and expenditure matters fla...
Education and Career
MPs question boarding school model after deaths of 16 learners
Not all lawmakers agreed that boarding schools were solely to blame. Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo said the tragedies reflected wider problems in society and should not be viewed only through the lens of school...
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Parliament invites public submissions on Finance Bill, 2026 and key financial reforms
In a notice issued on May 30,2026, Parliament said the Finance and National Planning Committee will hold public hearings between June 2 and June 8 as required under Article 118(1)(b) of the Constitution.
Education and Career
MPs flag teacher welfare gaps as Parliament reviews Sh4.82 trillion budget
MPs on the National Assembly Budget and Appropriations Committee raised concerns during 2026/27 budget scrutiny over delayed teacher pensions, lack of insurance provisions and capitation shortfalls. They backed...
News
Gambling regulator opposes proposed 20% tax on prize competition winnings
The regulator raised concerns that enforcing tax on non-cash rewards would be impractical under existing systems. It pointed to prizes such as household goods, electronics, shopping vouchers, spa treatments and...
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Kenya pushes for exhumation and return of migrant worker buried in Saudi Arabia
Diaspora Affairs PS Roseline Njogu told MPs Kenya is pursuing exhumation and repatriation of Jesca Kashutu Ziro, a Kenyan domestic worker buried in Saudi Arabia, outlining notifications, medical findings and di...
Politics
Emurua Dikirr MP David Keter sworn in after UDA by-election victory
His swearing-in comes months after the seat fell vacant following the death of former MP Johana Ng’eno.