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Senate pushes for easier recall of MPs, MCAs in major accountability drive
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 26, 2025

The committee urged the Office of the Attorney General to lead the drafting of a comprehensive recall policy in partnership with key institutions.

Senate orders crackdown on governors, MCAs over use of public funds for self-promotion
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 22, 2025

The petitioner, Laban Omusundi of the Grassroots Civilian Oversight Initiative, decried the widespread branding of county-funded projects and vehicles...

Kiambu MCAs approve Thika's elevation to city status, report heads to Senate
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jun 21, 2025

Thika’s bid received a significant boost after Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) unanimously endorsed the report recommending its elevation to an...

Public participation on Isiolo Governor Abdi’s impeachment set for June 18
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Jun 14, 2025

The motion, tabled on June 10 by Sericho MCA Abubakar Godana, cites abuse of office, gross misconduct, and financial mismanagement.

Senate, MPs clash over county cash as mediation talks begin
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 14, 2025

The mediation, involving 18 members drawn from both Houses, aims to bridge the gap and avoid delays in county funding for the new financial year start...

Parliament gets Sh48bn in Mbadi’s first budget, up from Sh44.6b
Barack Oduor  |  Jun 12, 2025

The increased funding is expected to strengthen the legislative functions of Parliament and enhance its oversight role in national affairs.

Senate erupts over Ojwang's death, questions cross-county transfer and unequal justice
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jun 11, 2025

Senators questioned why Ojwang was transported over 370 kilometres from Homa Bay County to Nairobi, despite the presence of local police stations and...

Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo faces impeachment motion over abuse of office, misconduct
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Jun 11, 2025

MCA Godana told the assembly on Tuesday that the governor had failed to uphold the values of good governance, transparency, and accountability as requ...

Senate committee chair steps down after he’s accused of bias in Natembeya audit hearing
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 05, 2025

The dramatic moment unfolded during the Senate Agriculture, Blue Economy and Livestock Committee session on Thursday, when Governor Natembeya tabled a...

National Assembly rejects Senate push to raise county allocation by Sh60 billion
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 03, 2025

Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah urged members to reject the revised figures proposed by the Senate, citing fiscal limitations and a sharp deviation...

Senators order urgent resettlement of Laikipia IDPs living in camps for 18 years
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 02, 2025

The Senate Committee on Lands decried that residents have been displaced since the 2007/2008 post-election violence and continue to live in makeshift...

Anti-Corruption Bill delayed by Senate after President Ruto's reservations
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 28, 2025

The Bill, which was first passed by the National Assembly, is aimed at tackling corruption in public procurement, where state officials are often accu...

Senate threatens censure motions against CSs Mbadi, Wahome, Kinyanjui over snubbed summons
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 26, 2025

Recently, Mbadi failed to appear before the Senate Finance and Budget Committee, choosing instead to attend a political rally in Migori County alongsi...

Legal experts call for caution over Senate’s push for referendum
Barack Oduor  |  May 23, 2025

The push to have the Senate get more powers has been part of a struggle between Senators and members of the National Assembly.

Raila backs stronger Senate with distinct powers amid House supremacy battles
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 22, 2025

The former PM added that the National Assembly has its own sphere and must also carry out its duties without interfering with the role of the Senate.

Senate invites public views on Social Protection Bill, 2025
Rachael Mutabasi  |  May 22, 2025

The Bill aims to create a comprehensive legal and institutional framework to guide the implementation of social protection interventions.

Court declines to bar Parliament from forwarding NG-CDF Bill to President
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 21, 2025

The proposed Bill seeks to entrench the NG-CDF, the Senate Oversight Fund, and the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF) into the Consti...

Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba shown the door as Senate declares seat vacant
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 21, 2025

This comes just a day after the High Court dismissed her application challenging her expulsion from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party.

Kenya reaffirms strong US partnership, dismisses concerns of shifting allegiance over China ties
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 19, 2025

Koech invited Senator Risch and the Senate Foreign Relations Committee to visit Kenya, engage with its people, and witness firsthand the clarity with...

Senate erupts over IEBC vetting snub, renews power struggle with National Assembly
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 17, 2025

The Senate argues that the reconstitution of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission is a matter of national interest and should involve b...

Somalia may wait longer for US funding decision on AU mission as senators hint at change in strategy
Mary Wambui  |  May 14, 2025

The US had previously stated that Somalia is not an appropriate context for the application of the 2719 framework, which many have proposed as an idea...

Caught between superpowers: US Senators question Ruto’s loyalty after China ‘new world order’ remarks
Mary Wambui  |  May 14, 2025

“That’s not just alignment with China—it’s allegiance. Relying on leaders who so openly embrace Beijing is a mistake... It’s time to reassess our rela...

Clinical officers petition Senate over discrimination, delayed posting of interns
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 13, 2025

KUCO General Secretary George Gibore and National Chairman Peterson Wachira urged the Senate to investigate the alleged breach of the return to work a...

Senators demand answers after CS Wahome’s seven no-shows over land disputes
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 09, 2025

The Senate Lands Committee has been actively involved in several field visits and investigations aimed at addressing land-related challenges across th...

Treasury CS Mbadi: No legal cap on number of presidential advisors
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 07, 2025

Mbadi said the Constitution only limits the number of Cabinet Secretaries, not advisors, and that the president is fully within his rights.

Counties cry foul over Sh405bn budget, demand Sh536bn to avert crisis
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 07, 2025

Governors are demanding at least Sh536 billion for the 2025–26 financial year, saying anything less will cripple service delivery and violate the prin...

Senators demand reforms at NLC over delayed compensation for displaced landowners
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 07, 2025

The legislators are now pushing for changes requiring the NLC to first receive compensation funds before project-affected persons sign any agreements...

Senate uncovers Sh7.6 billion scandal in stalled county projects and wasted funds
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 03, 2025

Many governors are choosing to sideline or stop projects started by their predecessors, regardless of how much money has already been spent or how clo...

Expired drugs, broken equipment: North eastern Kenya’s healthcare system on the brink
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 02, 2025

During a recent Senate Health Committee mission to Mandera, Wajir and Marsabit counties, the delegation, led by Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago, u...

Senate committee rejects CRA revenue plan, backs baseline guarantee to protect county funding
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 23, 2025

The committee’s changes follow concerns that 31 counties were set to lose revenue under the CRA’s plan. Instead of introducing a temporary solution, t...

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