Amani National Congress Stories

Mudavadi’s allies say ANC-UDA merger key to 2032 succession plan
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 08, 2025

Following the decision, ANC ratified the transfer of all its assets and liabilities to UDA, effectively dissolving the party into the ruling outfit.

Treasury scrambles to clear pension backlog as payouts soar to Sh82.84 billion
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 08, 2025

Despite the increase in payouts, the pension budget still falls short of its target by Sh28.74 billion, or 25.75 per cent.

Fresh row looms among MPs as senators demand involvement in budget-making
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 08, 2025

Narok Senator Ledama Ole Kina supported the proposal, saying the Senate is committed to strengthening devolution by ensuring counties receive adequate...

US judge pauses Donald Trump's plan to send USAID workers on leave
Reuters  |  Feb 08, 2025

Trump in a post on Truth Social on Friday accused USAID - without evidence - of corruption and spending money fraudulently.

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.

UNICEF raises alarm over rising cases of FGM perpetrated by health professionals
Charity Kilei  |  Feb 08, 2025

Alternative rite of passage programmes are gaining traction as a culturally sensitive way to replace FGM with safer and more empowering practices.

High Court declares Azimio National Assembly Majority party, overturns Speaker’s decision
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 07, 2025

Court says Speaker Wetang’ula violated the Constitution by declaring Kenya Kwanza the majority in the National Assembly in 2022.

IPOA calls for legal framework to extend its oversight to KWS, KFS, Prisons Service
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 07, 2025

Issack emphasised that IPOA is prepared to handle complaints involving officers from KWS, KFS, prisons and even county government enforcement units.

Kenya sends another 168 police officers to join mission fighting gangs in Haiti
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 06, 2025

Kenya leads the mission, which also includes police personnel from countries such as Guatemala, Jamaica, El Salvador, the Bahamas, and Belize.

Treasury revises PPP framework after public outcry over controversial Adani deals
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 06, 2025

The review follows warnings from international partners about weaknesses in Kenya's PPP approach.

Haiti mission funding secured until September 2025, says Foreign Affairs PS Sing'Oei
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 05, 2025

Sing'Oei stated that the transition of the mission to a full UN Mission to ensure financial sustainability is a key priority to which Kenya and all pa...

Treasury cuts tax revenue target by Sh93 billion amid economic slowdown
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 05, 2025

Despite these changes, no expenditure cuts have been announced for the current fiscal year, raising concerns that the budget deficit could increase by...

Kenyan MPs attend US National Prayer Breakfast to strengthen diplomatic ties
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 03, 2025

Kenya and the United States have historically maintained strong economic and diplomatic relations, with partnerships spanning trade, security, and dev...

NSL: Nairobi United back on top as Ouya’s brace sinks Migori Youth
Michael Kirwa  |  Feb 02, 2025

Nairobi United returned to the top of the FKF National Super League with a 2-1 victory over Migori Youth, courtesy of Frank Ouya’s brace. The win took...

Ex-CS Rotich seeks Sh3bn compensation for ‘malicious prosecution’ over Kimwarer, Arror
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 02, 2025

Rotich, now engaged in farming and private business, claims the government’s decision to charge him ruined his career prospects.

Treasury extends mandate of taskforce scrutinising pending bills by six months
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 02, 2025

The extension follows revelations that the taskforce, chaired by former Auditor General Edward Ouko, has cleared pending bills amounting to Sh206 bill...

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