The committee, chaired by Muchangi Karemba (Runyenjes), has been examining petitions brought before it by members of the public and holding discussions with those directly involved in the matters raised.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe petitioners said wildlife conflict has resulted in deaths and injuries, destruction of crops and livestock, damage to homes and other property, psychological distress and loss of income.
By Maureen KinyanjuiUnder the proposed law, a borrower who defaults on a Sh10,000 loan would not be expected to pay more than Sh10,000 in interest, preventing unpaid loans from growing into overwhelming debts.
By Maureen KinyanjuiDuring the session, the Company Monitor told lawmakers that by April 2026, nearly 85 per cent of the payments expected under the CVA had already been made. He added that the company remains focused on settling the remaining balances owed to former workers and other creditors.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Office of the Controller of Budget says Kenya already has oversight tools that can be strengthened for better public debt governance, and urges Parliament to rely on existing Budget Implementation Review Reports rather than create parallel reporting systems.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iAccording to the petitioner, the current firearm issuance and armory management system relies largely on manual processes and lacks the technology needed to immediately detect unauthorized access, movement or removal of weapons.
By Maureen KinyanjuiLawmakers say they will question the owners on why the debts remain outstanding while the business is still linked to expansion plans and renewed operations in some areas.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe petition is currently being considered by the Public Petitions Committee, which is expected to present its recommendations to Parliament after completing its review.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iAnother issue raised in the petition concerns the payment of benefits to dependants following the death of a pensioner.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe petitioners are asking Parliament to revise the Law of Succession Act to introduce strict timelines for settling inheritance disputes, simplify probate procedures, and create alternative ways of resolving family disagreements without going through lengthy court battles.
By Bradley BosireAccording to the petition, about 242 acres were set aside for the establishment of Kapkagaron Technical Secondary School, while LR No. 6053, measuring 440 acres, was meant to settle squatters who had no land.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe petition is backed by squatters who say they have historical ties to the area and is rooted in land excisions carried out in 1975 and 1977.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'i