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Taxpayers could pay Sh15 billion annually for judges’ retirement perks, SRC warns
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 05, 2025

According to Njoka, the Bill’s wording seeks to make the SRC Act subservient to this Act, despite Article 172 (1) (b) (i) of the Constitution limiting...

Police to deploy senior investigators as Rex Masai inquest uncovers new witnesses
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 05, 2025

The police urged the magistrate not to allow the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to close the inquest until all critical evidence is presented.

Parliament strikes deal to release Sh70.6 billion additional funds to counties after prolonged standoff
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 04, 2025

The funds are expected to ease cash flow challenges in county governments and revive projects affected by the prolonged budget impasse.

IEBC warns Parliament against rushed electoral reforms ahead of 2027 General Election
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 02, 2025

The warning comes as legislators race to enact three key Bills from the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) report before the next election cycle.

Senator Sifuna blasts National Assembly over county budget cuts
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 31, 2025

Sifuna said the cuts were punitive measures aimed at forcing county governments to comply with decisions they had not agreed to.

Government tables Bill to boost inclusion of marginalised communities
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 31, 2025

The Ethnic Minorities and Marginalised Communities Bill, 2025, now open for public input, outlines measures to ensure that every community is represen...

Faith groups warn Religious Bill violates church-state separation
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 30, 2025

The Bill seeks to criminalise using religion to gain political influence, coerce people into harmful practices, or extort money through false promises...

Miraa Bill sparks debate over public health concerns, livelihoods in Wajir
Issa Hussein  |  Oct 29, 2025

Under the proposed law, all miraa traders would be required to obtain operating licences and sell only in designated areas approved by the county. The...

Treasury seeks views on new Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill targeting national savings, strategic investment
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 27, 2025

The proposed law divides the fund into three components to shield the economy from revenue shocks, finance strategic projects and secure resources for...

MP Babu Owino leads petition seeking to halt new Conflict of Interest law allowing political activity by state officers
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 27, 2025

The petitioners argue that Conflict of Interest Act No. 11 of 2025 Section 25 — which exempts senior government officials from restrictions on politic...

Key Bills on county governance, climate construction set for debate as Senate resumes sittings
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 28, 2025

Among the key Bills slated for discussion is the County Governments Laws (Amendment) Bill, sponsored by Garissa Senator Abdul Haji, which seeks to tig...

Lamu residents demand greater inclusion in minorities Bill
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 26, 2025

Participants also urged that future consultations be more inclusive, transparent, and locally driven.

Religious leaders reject state bid to regulate faith-based groups, cite threat to worship freedom
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 26, 2025

The draft proposal seeks to establish a Religious Affairs Commission under a new statutory framework to oversee religious institutions.

Four African countries delisted from money laundering watchlist, Kenya still flagged
Alfred Onyango  |  Oct 25, 2025

Kenya remains under FATF grey listing, after being flagged in February 2024, a decision that has rattled its financial sector.

Ichung’wah defends quiet reintroduction of parts of 2024 Finance Bill amid fears it could harm businesses
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 23, 2025

Ichung’wah said certain individuals misled the public into rejecting the Bill, even though it contained several beneficial provisions.

Parliament warns Kenyans against fake Bills, false Cabinet vetting letter circulating online
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 22, 2025

In a statement issued on Wednesday afternoon, the Assembly clarified that the counterfeit Bills are being presented as those recently passed by Parlia...

Maraga vows to sack loss-making parastatal chiefs if elected President
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 21, 2025

Maraga, who tore into President William Ruto's decision to sign eight Bills into laws, including the Privatisation Bill (2025), said national assets s...

Karua accuses section of MPs of manipulating public participation in lawmaking process
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 21, 2025

Citing past incidents such as chaotic sessions at Bomas of Kenya, Karua said dissenting voices are often silenced or denied access to public forums, u...

Betting withdrawal tax could drive users to unregulated platforms, Budget Office warns
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 14, 2025

Under the new Finance Act 2025, any money taken out of a betting account is taxed, regardless of whether it is winnings or the original deposit.

Ex–CJ Maraga blasts Privatisation Bill, calls for transparency and public oversight
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 13, 2025

Maraga said the Bill—which seeks to privatise state-owned enterprises—bypasses constitutional requirements for public participation and risks concentr...

Kenya loses Sh194.8 billion annually to illicit financial flows, Transparency International warns
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 13, 2025

The report notes that these losses, driven by corruption, trade misinvoicing and tax evasion, are eroding government revenue, limiting social services...

Bill proposes separate bank accounts for each State project to boost accountability
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 11, 2025

The National Treasury, together with oversight institutions, will be required to conduct regular capacity-building sessions on handling project accoun...

KEMRI, Gates Foundation launch Sh516 million initiative to boost women’s health research
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 11, 2025

The initiative positions KEMRI as a leading hub for medical research in Africa, promoting gender equity, fostering local innovation, and advancing sus...

National Assembly approves Privatisation Bill to overhaul state corporations
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 09, 2025

The Privatisation Bill 2025, now awaiting presidential assent, provides a new legal framework to guide the sale, restructuring and management of State...

World Bank urges Kenya to raise excise taxes to clear Sh526 billion pending bills
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 09, 2025

The World Bank has recommended that Kenya raise excise taxes on select goods, including alcohol, tobacco and sugary drinks, to generate revenue for se...

Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo becomes first billionaire footballer with $1.4 billion fortune
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 08, 2025

According to the index, Ronaldo, 40, has earned over $550 million (Sh71.1 billion) in salaries between 2002 and 2023, with his storied career includin...

Solicitor General calls for tougher rules on emergency care, body detention
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 08, 2025

If Parliament adopts the proposed changes, hospitals will be legally required to comply with the expanded emergency treatment provisions and stop deta...

National Assembly passes Bill requiring cryptocurrency firms to obtain licenses
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 07, 2025

The law mandates that only registered companies can offer virtual asset services and introduces measures to safeguard client funds.

Counties to receive direct funding for road maintenance after passage of new Bill
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 07, 2025

Under the new law, each county must set up a dedicated department for road works, open a special account for funding and submit annual road programmes...

Government proposes new health authority to regulate facilities, protect patients
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 07, 2025

The proposal is under the Quality Healthcare and Patient Safety Bill (No. 41 of 2025), which seeks to establish a comprehensive legal framework to pro...

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