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Khalwale withdraws Bill seeking to regulate boda boda industry after public outcry
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 24, 2025

According to Wetang’ula, the Speaker of the Senate formally requested the withdrawal of the Bill in a letter dated March 7, 2025, citing feedback from...

Ford Kenya rules out merger with UDA, vows independent path to 2027 elections
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 16, 2025

The decision by Ford Kenya to remain independent marks a significant development in the political landscape as it prepares for a competitive battle in...

Wetang'ula suspends EALA MP Falhada Iman for 90 days over physical fight in Parliament
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 09, 2025

In a communication to Members of Parliament on Wednesday, Wetang'ula condemned the altercation, saying it tarnished the reputation of Parliament. He e...

High Court to hear case seeking removal of Speaker Wetang’ula on July 10
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 05, 2025

Represented by advocate Kibe Mungai, the activists claim Wetang’ula flouted the court’s findings by re-designating Azimio as the Minority Party and Ke...

Why Mudavadi, Wetang’ula skipped Ruto, Raila event
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 07, 2025

Their absence sparked speculation about their stance on the deal, which brings Raila and his Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) closer to Ruto’s United...

National Assembly committees given seven days to elect leadership as reshuffle takes effect
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 05, 2025

The reconstitution marks a critical step in ensuring the smooth operation of parliamentary affairs, with committee leadership elections expected to se...

Malava MP Malulu Injendi is dead
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 17, 2025

The Speaker extended his condolences to the MP’s family, friends, and constituents, urging them to remember him for his dedicated service and the impa...

Wetang'ula calls for speedy review of revised foreign policy as Kenya shapes global engagements
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 15, 2025

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has described the revised policy as key to strengthening Kenya's role as a regional leader and an advocate for Africa'...

Calls for national heroes' burial grounds mount as radio icon Mambo Mbotela to be buried at Lang’ata Cemetery
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 14, 2025

Wetang'ula expressed disappointment over the planned burial of veteran broadcaster Leonard Mambo Mbotela at Lang'ata Cemetery, a public graveyard know...

Ruto's party backs Wetang'ula over contested Majority Coalition ruling
Barack Oduor  |  Feb 13, 2025

Legal and constitutional experts have, however, raised concerns over Wetang’ula’s decision to declare Kenya Kwanza as the majority side despite a High...

MP Salasya forced to delete video of Parliament session after backlash
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 11, 2025

Ichung’wah demanded that the Speaker order Salasya to apologise and delete the video from his social media pages.

Wetang’ula to challenge court ruling on dual role as Speaker and party leader
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 08, 2025

The judges emphasised that the Speaker, as an ex-officio Member of Parliament, must maintain neutrality.

Delays in hiring new IEBC commissioners put creation of new constituencies in doubt
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 30, 2025

Wetang'ula urged MPs to rally behind the IEBC once the new commissioners are in place, as their role is critical in maintaining the integrity of the e...

MPs to discuss CDF constitutionality, SHA in Naivasha retreat
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 26, 2025

Lawmakers will evaluate key finance-related legislation, including the Business Laws (Amendment) Act and the Tax Procedures (Amendment) Act, while als...

Speaker Wetang'ula directs MPs to vet Ruto's nominees by February 2025
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 21, 2024

The directive follows official communication from the President, received on Friday, and assigns the vetting responsibilities to various parliamentary...

NG-CDF to receive Sh5 billion this week, with monthly disbursements to follow
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 03, 2024

Wetang'ula added that starting in December, Sh7 billion will be released each month until June next year.

House committee leaders face removal for absenteeism, Speaker Wetang’ula warns
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 28, 2024

Wetang’ula emphasised the necessity of quorate meetings, insisting that committee chairs must consistently participate, especially given the privilege...

Court declines to suspend public participation exercise in Gachagua impeachment process
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 03, 2024

The motion supporting Gachagua's removal garnered the signatures of 291 MPs, based on the 11 charges brought against him.

Public participation for Gachagua’s impeachment motion set for Friday across all counties
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 01, 2024

The Speaker added that the Clerk of the National Assembly would communicate the full details of the public participation exercise through media advert...

Speaker Wetang'ula approves notice of motion to impeach DP Rigathi Gachagua
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 01, 2024

The motion seeks a resolution by the House to remove Gachagua from office, under Article 150(1)(b) of the Constitution.

MPs in sharp division over petition outlawing suicide
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 13, 2024

While some lawmakers argued that decriminalisation of suicide is timely, others said that the decision will encourage more Kenyans to take their own l...

Chirchir laments about staring at Sh166B pending bills in transport docket as he faces vetting panel
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 02, 2024

Despite boasting that the docket he previously led (Energy) had no pending bills except one, which is in court, the nominee noted that when approved h...

Transport CS nominee Chirchir taken to task over plans to revive Kenya Airways
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 02, 2024

The vetting committee expressed concern over former Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen's (current Sports CS nominee) failure to fulfil previous promises...

Ruto’s Water CS nominee lowest with Sh31 million net worth
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 02, 2024

The 32-year-old added that he also does not own a car upon being asked to clarify his assets. 

Speaker Wetang'ula orders MPs to draft another Finance Bill 2024 by July 24
Joseph Ndunda  |  Jul 13, 2024

The process is starting again after the Bill passed by the MPs last month was thrown out following widespread public uproar which prompted beleaguered...

Explainer: Applicable procedure and implications of rejection of  Finance Bill 2024
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Jun 27, 2024

This Explainer serves as additional guidance to Members of Parliament on the basic applicable procedure and implications of the rejection of the Finan...

Wetangula refers President Ruto's Finance Bill memo to Finance committee for review
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 27, 2024

Wetangula said the committee is required to expeditiously commence consideration of the President's Memorandum, its reservations, and recommendation,...

Wandayi calls for withdrawal of police surrounding Parliament amidst Finance Bill debate
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 20, 2024

The ODM legislator suggested that the Speaker should direct the Inspector General of Police to withdraw the police officers whom he claimed had conver...

MPs to convene Thursday to debate Finance Bill 2024
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 18, 2024

The Third Reading of the Bill will take place next week on Tuesday, June 25, allowing MPs an opportunity to make the ultimate decision.

State withdraws proposal on varsity placement for gov't-sponsored students
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 23, 2024

Currently, students have the option to enroll in both public and private universities under the existing framework.

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