Author: Apollo Ochieng

Parliamentary committee raises concern over misuse of Judiciary funds Feb 16, 2024

According to the report tabled before the committee by the auditor-general, the fund which was established in 2012 to benefit judges, judicial officer...

How Raila's AU election could reshape local politics  Feb 16, 2024

If elected to the AU position, Odinga will be barred from engaging in local politics or political talks due to the status of the seat, virtually locki...

KICC land dispute: MPs summon Land CS Wahome, NLC boss Tache Feb 15, 2024

The dispute currently pits KICC against the Office of the President and the Nairobi City County Government.

UN advisory council on AI calls for global regulations to guide technology Feb 15, 2024

The advisory body notes that AI has in some instances been seen to reinforce biases and expand surveillance in certain jurisdictions.

MPs initiate steps to settle Sh155.9 billion road debt, revive stalled projects Feb 13, 2024

The delays in clearing the pending bills have been cited as the cause of slowed progress of works resulting in delayed project completion.

MPs call for new body to monitor private hospital operations by public doctors Feb 13, 2024

The National Assembly Departmental Committee on Health says many doctors assigned to public hospitals also run and practise medicine in private instit...

Kenyan MPs call for Worldcoin's closure over data concerns Feb 09, 2024

Worldcoin is said to have collected data from minors through an iris scan.

Governors call for increased funding to boost county disaster relief Feb 08, 2024

In a statement, the Council of Governors said that counties were some of the worst-hit areas every time a disaster happened, hence the need to fund th...

MPs scrutinise proposals on conduct of political parties, independent candidates Feb 08, 2024

The recommendations contained in documents currently under scrutiny by the National Assembly's Justice and Legal Affairs Committee on Thursday gained...

Commission on Revenue Allocation raises budget ceilings for 2024/25 fiscal year Feb 08, 2024

In the new recommendations by CRA, ceilings for county assemblies in the 2024/25 financial year will now be capped at Sh41.4 billion, up from the Sh40...

Fresh row brews after counties ask Treasury for more money Feb 06, 2024

The Council of Governors (CoG) accuses the National Treasury of failing to adopt a proposal by governors to increase the allocation to counties in the...

State to finish transferring functions to counties by end of February Feb 06, 2024

Functions estimated at Sh275 billion said to belong to counties are still under the national government.

Governors on the spot for failing to meet revenue targets Feb 05, 2024

Due to a lack of proper legislation and equipment, the 47 county governments have been unable to meet their targets, leading to delayed or even poor s...

Ruto joins world leaders in eulogising Namibian President Hage Geingob Feb 04, 2024

Ruto described Geingob as a believer in a unified Africa who strongly promoted the continent's voice and visibility.

State intensifies war on cattle rustlers, traffickers in 6 counties Feb 02, 2024

The operation will target the counties of Marsabit, Isiolo, Meru North, Baringo, Samburu and Turkana.

Azimio begins mass recruitment in fresh battle against Ruto government Feb 02, 2024

Opposition chief Raila Odinga's coalition says the drive is aimed at increasing their visibility in preparation for a fresh confrontation with Preside...

Ruto urges Netanyahu to halt Gaza war, citing unacceptable loss of lives Feb 01, 2024

President William Ruto has urged Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to halt Gaza war.

Ruto mulls ban on sugar imports to protect Kenya's farmers Feb 01, 2024

Ruto said it is illogical for the country to continue importing food items, including sugar, when local farmers and companies can produce them.

Kenya's inflation rate rises to 6.9 per cent in January Feb 01, 2024

The general price level of commodities reflected a continued rise in the cost of living for many households.

MPs seek new law to protect Affordable Housing units from cartels Feb 01, 2024

MP Kuria sought to allay fears that the wealthy may buy off most of the houses for later resale at a profit.

Graft remains major problem as Kenya drops 3 places in latest TI index Jan 30, 2024

Kenya’s score (31 points) fell below the Sub-Saharan average score of 33 and the global average score of 43.

Ruto urges developed nations to embrace green-energy collaborations Jan 29, 2024

President William Ruto has challenged developing nations against exploiting Africa in the race towards achieving clean and renewable energy across the...

Monica murder case: Maribe, Jowie to know fate in March Jan 26, 2024

Her lawyer Katwa Kigen asked the court to delay the delivery of the judgment.

Ruling of Monica murder case delayed after Maribe falls sick Jan 26, 2024

The judge ordered that Maribe be produced in court before a ruling is made.

MP Ichung'wah wants State Capture Commission formed to fight graft Jan 24, 2024

The Kikuyu MP said the commission will aim to deter corruption, restore public trust, and promote a culture of integrity and accountability in governa...

Ruto, Koome reserve right to meet, Wetang'ula says amid criticism Jan 24, 2024

Wetang’ula accused critics of the Monday meeting of hypocrisy, saying the three arms of government - the Executive, the Judiciary and the Legislature...

Raila dismisses 'propaganda', says Junet Mohamed firmly in ODM Jan 23, 2024

ODM leader Raila Odinga said reports alleging plans by some party officials to discipline Junet over accusations of rebellion were false.

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