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Report links Batuk soldiers to rape, abuse and impunity in Laikipia and Samburu
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 03, 2025

A Kenyan parliamentary committee has linked British Army personnel in Laikipia and Samburu to sexual violence, UXO deaths, injuries and environmental...

Parliament seeks Controller of Budget control of Sh63 billion Housing Levy to curb misuse
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 01, 2025

A parliamentary committee wants the Controller of Budget to oversee the Sh63bn Housing Levy, citing legal loopholes, weak sanctions and unauthorised a...

Rift Valley tea producers clash over pricing and representation
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 30, 2025

A parliamentary inquiry reveals significant divisions among Rift Valley tea producers regarding pricing and bonuses, highlighting demands for fair rep...

European Parliament moves to block Sh23.44 billion aid to Tanzania after post-election violence
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 28, 2025

Legislators pointed to credible reports of post-election killings and a growing climate of intimidation targeting opposition figures, journalists, civ...

Parliamentary Budget Office warns Sh2.2 trillion projects at risk over funding delays
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 28, 2025

The PBO notes that in the current financial year, over a third of the development budget relies on external support, underscoring the country’s depend...

Residents confront politicians over suspected voter bribery in by-elections
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 27, 2025

The by-election in Magarini is being conducted under tight security, with police deployed to polling stations to maintain order and prevent disruption...

Treasury’s plan to abolish six development authorities raises fears over 423 projects, 1,500 jobs
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 27, 2025

According to the Treasury, the targeted agencies have roles that overlap with county governments, prompting the decision to dissolve them. Together, t...

Kenya Kwanza adds Sh3 trillion to national debt in three years, CBK reveals
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 27, 2025

The report indicates that when President Ruto assumed office in 2022, the national debt stood at Sh8.7 trillion in the 2021/22 financial year. By June...

Tanzania challenges EU debate on Tundu Lissu and post-election crisis
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 26, 2025

The government said the issue, which touches on its internal affairs and reputation, was being advanced without allowing Tanzania to respond or correc...

Women MPs call for abolition of death penalty for female offenders, citing gender inequities
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 25, 2025

KEWOPA said many women facing death sentences have histories of domestic abuse and social marginalisation that the legal system often fails to conside...

Governance Committee orders mandatory audit attendance for university heads
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 21, 2025

The Committee underscored that this oversight is vital for addressing financial mismanagement, governance gaps, and any suspected wrongdoing.

IEBC urges Parliament to fast-track election reforms for fairness and speed
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 19, 2025

Ethekon explained that these measures are crucial for transparency in election campaigns, giving all candidates an equal chance to compete.

Benin extends presidential term to seven years, creates senate in major political shake-up
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 16, 2025

The newly created Senate will include at least 25 members, drawn from sitting MPs, presidential appointees, and ex officio members such as former pres...

Historic move as Somali parliament approves tougher anti-piracy, anti-kidnapping law
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Nov 10, 2025

The updated law strengthens Somalia’s fight against piracy and kidnapping, protecting seafarers, boosting maritime security, and supporting global tra...

Wetang’ula decries 'disruptive' conservatory orders, urges judicial restraint
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 08, 2025

Wetang’ula argued that injunctions should be a last resort, as existing legal provisions already provide for compensation where remedies are required.

KEPSA calls on Parliament to enact reforms to stabilise public universities after 49-day lecturers’ strike
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 08, 2025

The private sector is urging universities to explore innovative funding approaches, including endowment funds and public–private partnerships (PPPs) t...

Djibouti parliament scraps presidential age limit, clearing path for Ismail Omar Guelleh’s sixth term
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 02, 2025

The final approval on Sunday formalised last week’s parliamentary decision to abolish the rule that barred anyone over 75 from contesting the presiden...

Djibouti MPs vote to lift presidential age limit, strengthening Ismail’s hold on power
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 26, 2025

The constitutional amendment, adopted during a special parliamentary session, eliminates a clause that barred candidates over 75 from contesting the p...

Civic groups urge Parliament to reform state-owned enterprise laws
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 24, 2025

They proposed a central oversight framework to ensure all state-owned enterprises, whether commercial or developmental, are supervised under a single...

Parliament to fast-track electoral laws ahead of 2027 polls, says Wetang’ula
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 23, 2025

Wetang’ula emphasised the need to rebuild confidence in the electoral body, urging the new commissioners to engage openly with the public and demonstr...

Funding cuts spark urgency in state corporation shake-up, says Parliamentary Budget Office
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 15, 2025

The office urges the government to ensure transparency and communication throughout the restructuring process to safeguard service delivery and public...

Government’s increased revenue strategy faulted amid missed targets, public backlash
Alfred Onyango  |  Oct 15, 2025

The PBO attributes these missed targets to deep-seated inefficiencies, citing poor implementation of tax policies, weak enforcement mechanisms, and wi...

Parliamentary Budget Office warns government borrowing risks slowing economic recovery
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 13, 2025

In its recent report, the Parliamentary Budget Office highlighted that while private sector credit has shown some gains, continued heavy borrowing by...

Harrison Kombe endorsed as broad-based government candidate for Magarini by-election
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 13, 2025

The announcement follows an internal agreement within the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) not to nominate a candidate for the Magarini contest, after...

Committee uncovers neglect, poor management in MPs’ constituency offices
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 11, 2025

The committee toured offices in Siaya, Kisumu, Narok, and Bomet counties, documenting numerous challenges faced by office staff and their employers.

Teen who breached Parliament, claiming to be President Ruto’s son, freed
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 09, 2025

Magistrate Ekhubi ordered that the teenager be placed under the care of his uncle, who was directed to ensure he receives medical attention and proper...

Kenya borrowing Sh32.4 million every hour as total public debt hits Sh12 trillion
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 09, 2025

The report, tabled on October 7, 2025, shows the loans break down to Sh23.9 billion per month, Sh776.6 million per day, Sh539,321 per minute, and near...

Treasury PS Kiptoo summoned over audit queries after missing 16 parliamentary invitations
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 08, 2025

The Committee said his repeated absences have hindered its oversight work on funds whose audit reports date as far back as the 2017/2018 financial yea...

Chebukati’s widow, Olekina, Osoro and Junet among 68 nominated for 2025 national honours
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 07, 2025

The public has been given an opportunity to raise objections or provide input on the nominees. Any submissions must be sent to [email protected]...

MPs block plan to create new sextortion law
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 02, 2025

Petitioners argued that survivors often face intimidation and lack adequate legal protection when seeking justice.

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