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MP Duncan Mathenge from Nyeri Town expressed concern over her conduct, saying she should have submitted the documents two days before the meeting.
One of the first policy changes under President Ruto's leadership was a dramatic increase in National Social Security Fund deductions, which jumped by...
The financial query comes at a time when the state department is grappling with myriad financial challenges in the higher education subsector.
The second term is expected to begin on April 28 and will last for 14 weeks.
Mbadi said the claim that the National Treasury was diverting funds was completely out of tune with the normal budgetary process.
The lack of progress despite the substantial expenditure has raised concerns over possible financial mismanagement within the department.
The current Parliament has conducted hearings in 34 counties over the past two financial years, with 18 counties included in one year and 16 in anothe...
From July to December 2024, the government allocated Sh320.6 billion for development projects but only spent Sh217.4 billion, resulting in a Sh103.2 b...
Nyakang'o said some MCAs align themselves with governors, compromising their role in scrutinizing county finances.
A report by the CoB covering the six months leading up to December 2024 reveals that Sh1.75 billion was withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund on Decemb...
The sharp rise in domestic interest payments highlights the financial strain of borrowing from the local market as the government navigates rising deb...
Nyakang’o called on the National Treasury to align fund disbursements with approved cash flow projections to curb the rising pending bills.
Governors have been pushing for at least Sh547 billion as their equitable share, arguing that anything less would hinder service delivery.
Nyakang’o has now called for stricter budget monitoring and adherence to results-based allocation of resources to enhance service delivery.
Initially, the Treasury had proposed an additional Sh120 million for Parliament in its submission to the Liaison Committee chaired by Deputy Speaker G...
The revelations have reignited concerns over government expenditure, especially at a time when Kenyans continue to grapple with a high cost of living
The CoB notes that MPs emerged as the highest spenders, consuming Sh3.89 billion, which represents 40.7 per cent of the total travel expenditure.
Treasury data indicates that although overall recurrent spending dropped by 7.60 per cent to Sh746 billion compared to the previous year, some agencie...
Kanja emphasised that officers must remain content with their salaries, however small, and focus on executing their mandate within the law.
According to the Standing Orders, anyone interested in the position must submit their forms at least a day before the election.
