Senator Jim Risch Stories

US Senator accuses Kenya of supporting Sudan's ‘genocidal’ RSF paramilitary group
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 22, 2025

The situation has sparked a diplomatic row between Kenya and Sudan, especially as RSF continues to push for the creation of a new government.

Political firestorm as Governor Abdi, Senator Fatuma trade blame over Ruto's Isiolo heckling
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 22, 2025

Governor Abdi defended the arrests made after the incident, dismissing claims that innocent youth were being targeted while individuals linked to coun...

Mombasa senator demands action to salvage county’s ailing health sector
Farhiya Hussein  |  Feb 20, 2025

Senator Mohamed emphasised that healthcare is a fundamental right and demanded that the county government prioritise its improvement,

A dedicated, selfless leader: Kenya mourns Baringo Senator William Cheptumo
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 16, 2025

His passing has been described as a great loss to the country, with tributes pouring in from political leaders, colleagues, and Kenyans who remembered...

Senate watchdog committee faults EACC, DCI and ODPP over inaction on graft cases in counties
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 15, 2025

Senator Kajwang' recommended the need for a coordinated effort to combat corruption but questioned who should lead such an initiative.

MP Babu Owino, Senator Maanzo shine as 2024's most popular politicians – Infotrak
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 11, 2025

Kirinyaga's Jane Njeri has been ranked the most popular Woman Representative in 2024, according to the Infotrak survey, with a score of 52 per cent.

Nairobi firefighters decry low pay, poor working conditions
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 28, 2025

Speaking during a consultative meeting with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, the firefighters highlighted how the outdated equipment and logistical chall...

Police IG Douglas Kanja says he will appear in court at the right time to answer summons
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 21, 2025

Kanja said he would appear in court at the appropriate time, emphasising that he is a law-abiding citizen with no intention of defying court orders.

Defiance of court orders by police bosses a sign of failure in security leadership, says Nairobi Senator Sifuna
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 09, 2025

Senator Sifuna expressed disappointment at what he termed as an apparent belief among some security leaders that they are above the law.

Abduction crisis: Speaker Kingi rejects request for special sitting by Nyandarua Senator
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 07, 2025

Senator Methu had sought the convening of a special sitting to address the growing issue of forced abductions and disappearances across the country.

Nothing to celebrate, Kisii Senator Onyonka tells Ruto as he declines dinner invite
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 31, 2024

He expressed his discontent with the government’s response to the pleas of Kenyans, particularly with President Ruto’s failure to address these issues...

Over 50 arrested, teargassed in nationwide protests against abductions
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 30, 2024

The protests were organised to demand the release of individuals allegedly detained by police since last week, including Billy Mwangi, Peter Muteti, B...

Police arrest Senator Omtatah, several other activists during anti-abduction demos
Barack Oduor  |  Dec 30, 2024

Senator Omtatah vowed to return to the streets if those abducted were not released.

Omtatah seeks High Court orders for release of abducted Kenyans, dead or alive
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 30, 2024

The missing persons are Gideon Kibet, Ronny Kiplagat, Steve Kavingo Mbisi, Billy Mwangi, Peter Muteti, Bernard Kavuli, and Kelvin Muthoni.

Live Blog: Demonstrators take to Nairobi streets to protest rising cases of abductions
Amina Wako  |  Dec 30, 2024

The organisers have described the demonstrations as the “mother of all protests.”

Senator Omtatah recalls last moments with abducted cartoonist 'Kibet Bull', calls for his release 
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 26, 2024

As the search for Kibet continues, rights groups and citizens have rallied behind Omtatah, calling for transparency, justice, and an end to the alarmi...

Governors defy Senate summons in heated county fund oversight
Amina Wako  |  Dec 16, 2024

Senators have vowed to challenge the ruling by Justice Ngaah, which declared any decisions arising from audits conducted outside constitutional timeli...

Incomplete projects, land wrangles stalling Isiolo's progress, says Senator Dullo
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 06, 2024

Some of the stalled projects include a modern market, an abattoir, the county administration block and the expansion of Isiolo International Airport.

Crime journalists condemn harassment by 'overzealous' police officers
Mary Wambui  |  Dec 05, 2024

The association acknowledged the apology later issued by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja over the incident but took issue with assertions by...

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