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Bitter exchanges expose infighting and tension in Ruto's cabinet
In addition to concerns over utterances, a fresh succession battle is emerging over the Deputy President's position in the next General Election.
By Irene Githinji 23 hrs ago
Bitter exchanges expose infighting and tension in Ruto's cabinet
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House resumes as heavy schedule expected
The National Assembly resumes sittings with an extensive legislative agenda focused on business reforms, competition laws, consumer protection, public finance oversight and pending committee reports.
By Irene Githinji 1 day ago
House resumes as heavy schedule expected
EADB's Kenya operations on the spot amid Sh6.6b loss fears
Questions have emerged over the operations of the East African Development Bank (EADB) in Kenya amid reports claiming the loss of about Sh6.6 billion
By Irene Githinji 4 days ago
EADB's Kenya operations on the spot amid Sh6.6b loss fears
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JKIA expansion gets fresh impetus after call for new bids
The government has revived the expansion of JKIA by reopening the bidding process, with plans to begin construction in June 2026 after the earlier Adani Group deal was cancelled.
By Irene Githinji 2 months ago
JKIA expansion gets fresh impetus after call for new bids
MPs challenge NCIC over Sh1.5b request, claim inefficiency
MPs have questioned NCIC's effectiveness in curbing hate speech ahead of the 2027 General Election as the commission seeks Sh1.5 billion for conflict monitoring and peace initiatives.
By Irene Githinji 2 months ago
MPs challenge NCIC over Sh1.5b request, claim inefficiency
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IG Kanja: We'll roll out high-tech security plan ahead of election
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja said the service will ensure the General Election is secure and credible.
By Irene Githinji 2 months ago
IG Kanja: We'll roll out high-tech security plan ahead of election
Concerns over CHP kits
The Ministry of Health is seeking Sh2.3 billion to replace expired kits used by more than 102,000 Community Health Promoters across Kenya.
By Irene Githinji 2 months ago
Concerns over CHP kits
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House team demands answers on Sh1.5b industrial sugar import
The National Assembly Trade Committee has demanded answers over the importation of 27,000 metric tonnes of industrial sugar worth Sh1.5 billion.
By Irene Githinji 2 months ago
House team demands answers on Sh1.5b industrial sugar import
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Bad precedent? Why Ruto allies want Uhuru Kenyatta's perks stripped
William Ruto allies have launched a bid to strip Uhuru Kenyatta of his retirement benefits over alleged involvement in active politics.
By Irene Githinji 2 months ago
Bad precedent? Why Ruto allies want Uhuru Kenyatta's perks stripped
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MPs push for tough penalties. tech tracking to curb livestock theft
Members of Parliament have called for far-reaching legal, technological, and administrative reforms to curb rising cases of livestock and produce theft.
By Irene Githinji 2 months ago
MPs push for tough penalties. tech tracking to curb livestock theft
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How billions are lost yearly through illicit alcohol industry
Kenya is losing an estimated Sh120 billion annually to the illicit alcohol trade, with stakeholders urging stricter enforcement and regulatory measures to curb the growing underground market.
By Irene Githinji 2 months ago
How billions are lost yearly through illicit alcohol industry
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Why Governor Kang'ata has ditched UDA
Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata has announced he will not seek re-election on a UDA ticket, citing political pressure and concerns over governance direction.
By Irene Githinji 2 months ago
Why Governor Kang'ata has ditched UDA
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Ruto government under scrutiny over duplication of roles
The government has introduced a Bill that seeks to establish an authority to license hospitals, accredit facilities, iand enforce compliance despite similar roles being performed by other agencies.
By Irene Githinji 2 months ago
Ruto government under scrutiny over duplication of roles
Parents to buy uniforms from the open market
A proposed motion in Parliament seeks to allow parents to buy school uniforms from the open market while curbing exploitative school practices that hinder access to basic education.
By Irene Githinji 2 months ago
Parents to buy uniforms from the open market
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Thwake dam delays cost tax payers billions
Audit flags costly delays in Thwake Dam, with project overruns hitting Sh48.9B and raising legal and financial concerns.
By Irene Githinji 2 months ago
Thwake dam delays cost tax payers billions
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Only 9 percent of KPLC last mile connectivity complete
Law makers raise concern over slow implementation of rural electrification .
By Irene Githinji 2 months ago
Only 9 percent of KPLC last mile connectivity complete
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Only 1.8 million new voters registered as IEBC ends drive
IEBC has closed its voter registration drive with 1.87 million new voters registered, falling slightly short of its 2.5 million target ahead of the 2027 elections.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
Only 1.8 million new voters registered as IEBC ends drive
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CoB seeks strict control of Sovereign Fund
The Controller of Budget and the Office of the Auditor General are pushing for stronger safeguards in the proposed Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
CoB seeks strict control of Sovereign Fund
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Why the United Opposition is no longer at ease as political heat rises
Uneasy calm could be brewing in the united opposition amid questions whether they are still 'united' if circumstances projecting lately are anything to go by.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
Why the United Opposition is no longer at ease as political heat rises
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Senators demand answers from Murkomen over rising political violence
Senators have demanded answers from Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen over rising political violence and security concerns ahead of a planned ODM rally in Kisumu.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
Senators demand answers from Murkomen over rising political violence
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Duale: Health workers, medical facilities to blame for SHA's false claims
Health CS Aden Duale has pointed an accusing finger at some unscrupulous patients, healthcare workers and facilities, who have been attempting to defraud SHA.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
Duale: Health workers, medical facilities to blame for SHA's false claims
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MP Wamboka suspended as bribery storm brews again at Parliament
Parliament has once again found itself in the eye of storm following an allegation of bribery, the latest being an accusation from the National Cohesion and Integration Commission.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
MP Wamboka suspended as bribery storm brews again at Parliament
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Murkomen condemns self abductions
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has criticised alleged "self-abductions" by political figures, saying they undermine investigations into genuine enforced disappearances.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
Murkomen condemns self abductions
Public participation on key financial bills
The National Assembly's Departmental Committee on Finance will undertake public participation on the Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill, 2026, and the Public Finance Management Bill 2025 starting today.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
Public participation on key financial bills
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Why Energy Committee is furious with Wandayi, Mbadi
Parliament's Energy Committee has raised concerns over Cabinet Secretaries skipping hearings, complicating oversight on delayed power connectivity projects.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
Why Energy Committee is furious with Wandayi, Mbadi
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Ex-NCIC bosses summoned over Sh132m audit queries
Parliament has summoned former NCIC officials over Sh132 million audit queries involving alleged financial mismanagement, irregular allowances, and excessive spending.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
Ex-NCIC bosses summoned over Sh132m audit queries
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Wetang'ula urges MPs to help deliver IDs as house raises alarm over delays nationwide.
MPs are being urged to help distribute national ID cards amid widespread delays and concerns over disenfranchisement, especially in northern Kenya.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
Wetang'ula urges MPs to help deliver IDs as house raises alarm over delays nationwide.
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Murkomen, Kanja summoned over rising insecurity
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen and IG Douglas Kanja have been summoned by Parliament to explain rising insecurity, amid concerns over politically linked violence, and nationwide security crackdowns.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
Murkomen, Kanja summoned over rising insecurity
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MP proposes faster, mid-term fuel price reviews in crises
Rongo MP, Paul Abuor, has proposed amending the Petroleum Act to allow faster, emergency-based fuel price reviews every 14 days during global crises to protect consumers.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
MP proposes faster, mid-term fuel price reviews in crises
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Broad-based lies: Increased fuel prices expose Mbadi, Wandayi's double speak
Cabinet Secretaries Mbadi and Wandayi now find themselves under public scrutiny following the increase in fuel prices- a move that has cemented the Government's culture of double speak.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
Broad-based lies: Increased fuel prices expose Mbadi, Wandayi's double speak
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Ruto: Why fuel prices are higher in Kenya
President William Ruto has defended Kenya's high fuel prices, arguing they reflect its middle-income status and should not be compared to lower-cost neighbouring economies.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
Ruto: Why fuel prices are higher in Kenya
MP says Mbadi ticks all boxes to be Ruto's running mate in 2027 polls
Kuria East MP Marwa Kitayama argues that after taking over the National Treasury docket, John Mbadi has proven himself to be a leader that Kenyans can rely on.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
MP says Mbadi ticks all boxes to be Ruto's running mate in 2027 polls
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Public servants set for higher hardship allowances after SRC win in court
The SRC had reviewed and proposed new hardship allowance rates and was expected to advise the public service once hardship areas were officially gazetted.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
Public servants set for higher hardship allowances after SRC win in court
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Goon attacks: Senators summon Murkomen
Kipchumba Murkomen and Douglas Kanja have been summoned to personally appear before a Senate committee to address escalating politically motivated attacks after failing to attend an earlier session.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
Goon attacks: Senators summon Murkomen
MPs demand for bigger share of mining revenues to communities, reduction of State's share
A Parliamentary committee is seeking a review of the country's mining revenue-sharing framework in a bid to increase the share allocated to local communities.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
MPs demand for bigger share of mining revenues to communities, reduction of State's share
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How fuel deal fallout has triggered Sh3.2b loss for supplier
Oryx Energies Kenya boss tells Senators shipment was already en route when deal was axed.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
How fuel deal fallout has triggered Sh3.2b loss for supplier
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Defiant Wandayi says will not resign as fuel probe drags on
Questions are mounting over a high-profile arrest after no charges have been filed, with the DPP saying it has not received any inquiry file from investigators.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
Defiant Wandayi says will not resign as fuel probe drags on
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Ruto: I can invite whoever I want to State House
William Ruto has defended his right to host diverse groups at State House, insisting that all Kenyans are equal and rejecting criticism over his invitations.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
Ruto: I can invite whoever I want to State House
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Otiende urges swift UDA-ODM talks
Rarieda MP Otiende Amollo has urged President William Ruto and ODM leader Oburu Oginga to fast-track talks between UDA and ODM ahead of the 2027 elections.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
Otiende urges swift UDA-ODM talks
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Inside Kenya's protest to the UN over Haiti rape claims
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has written a protest letter to the UN Secretary General Antonio Gutteres following allegations of rape by Kenyan police officers during the Haiti Mission.
By Irene Githinji 3 months ago
Inside Kenya's protest to the UN over Haiti rape claims
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