Kimutai fights removal and his political future before Senators

The Kericho Governor built his case around the fact that the electronic system used in his ouster was “porous”. A report by the ICT Authority concluded that the system was foolproof.

By 11 days ago

Why senators saved Governor Mutai once again

Kericho Governor Eric Mutai survives second impeachment after Senate nullifies MCAs’ ouster bid, rules two-thirds threshold not met; 26 senators vote to save him, one abstains.

By 10 days ago

Governor Mutai's fate in the hands of Senators

Senate to give verdict today amid concerns over integrity of online system used to impeach him.

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Aden Duale: Ruto's untouchable

Kenya Moja parliamentary caucus goes for CS Duale and SHA chair’s necks. They want the duo to resign or be forced out of office over the SHA rip off.

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Gachagua: State behind chaos that rocked my homecoming

Gachagua said a helicopter was deployed to monitor his movements and accused Interior CS Murkomen of using state resources and goons to disrupt his homecoming.

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How MPs worked hard to deserve their 'voting machine' reputation

Controversial laws have sailed through Parliament. This has been manifested on numerous occasions, such as during the debate SHIF Act.

By 18 days ago

MPs cancel CS Mbadi's order on e-procurement

The National Assembly has annulled a circular by the National Treasury on the mandatory use of the electronic government procurement system (e-GPS).

By 19 days ago

We dare you to name the corrupt, MPs tells President and Raila

The fault lines running deep in the so-called broad-based government was clear after MPs fought back bribery allegations by President William Ruto and ODM Party leader Raila Odinga.

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Sh4.1 billion CDF puzzle

MPs are already on the war path, accusing the Auditor General of churning out ‘compromised’ reports.

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IEBC tightens election rules with tough penalties for misconduct

The new law criminalises any collusion between an election official and a candidate and sets a five-year jail term or a Sh2 million fine. 

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Babu Owino pushes Bill to expunge criminal records for minor offenders

It is currently under scrutiny by the National Assembly Justice and Legal Affairs Committee (JLAC).

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Bill seeking billions for Tourism Fund, weatherman gets MPs' nod

MPs said the weather department and Tourism Fund deserve a share of the billions.

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Bill seeks billions for Tourism Fund, weatherman gets MPs' nod

The Air Passenger Service Charge (Amendment) Bill, 2025 seeks to add the Kenya Meteorological Department and the Tourism Fund to the beneficiaries of billions generated through the charge.

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No, thank you, Mr President: Ruto's list of rejected job offers balloons

Ojwang is the latest Kenyan to decline a presidential nomination. Leaders are calling on a proper vetting mechanism to avoid embarrassing situations

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MPs summon Auditor General over 'compromised' reports

The committee claimed that Kenya Space Agency and KNQA had audit questions yet they had been cleared by the Office of the Auditor General.

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Parliament cited for rent seeking in the name of oversight role

The National Assembly and Senate’s oversight roles have now been put into question following a series of events that have critics term as an unholy alliance with the executive.

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How illegal charges have exposed Sh9.4b hole in e-Citizen

Auditor General says platform ownership and management a conduit for massive corruption. National Assembly Public Accounts Committee now wants e-Citizen platform closed.

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Parliament passes strict rules to regulate, constrict gambling

New Bill dictates that celebrities can only feature in a betting advert after getting greenlight from the soon to be set up Gambling Regulatory Authority.

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Auditor General reveals how NYS lost millions in stalled projects

Gathungu established NYS did not maintain a complete and accurate asset register. The report shows a contractor abandoned a project after being paid Sh186.2 million.

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Parliament orders special audit into NOCK's Sh3b deal with Rubis

The House team revealed that NOCK was reeling under the weight of a Sh7.4 billion debt where KCB bank is claiming Sh3.4 billion and Stanbic Bank Sh2.9 billion.

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IG Kanja ordered to surrender police payroll to NPSC

House team says the Commission is the one mandated to run the payroll.Commission CEO had accused the IG of Police of hindering their role in the service.

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Ndindi Nyoro suffers double blow, axed from Budget committee in reshuffle

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro was allocated the Diaspora affairs committee where he took up the position previously occupied by the Kajiado Woman rep Leah Sankaire.

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Lawmakers blamed for free education woes

Parliament is once again facing criticism from Kenyans for its role in the looming collapse of the country’s free education programme, due to its actions and failures.

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Auditor-General, CoB could get powers to 'bite', more funding

If the National Assembly approves the proposals, the offices could be granted enforcement powers to implement their recommendations.

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Parliament orders audit on Kenya School of Law

Parliament has called on anti-graft agencies to investigate the leadership of KSL for flouting procurement laws and undertaking irregular awards of contracts and purchases.

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MPs back proposal to compel State employees to use public health care facilities

Legislators say funding and services must be improved before policy is rolled out. Health committee chairman challenges MPs to lead by example and use public services.

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Another scandal hits E-citizen

MPS faulted the National Treasury for not implementing recommendations of the watchdog committee based on issues raised by the Auditor General.

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How Sh540m textbook money was minted at Education Ministry

 Audit reveals taxpayers may have lost Sh540m in textbooks distribution to schools.

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Parliament summons IG Kanja as wrangles pitting police, commission escalate

The watchdog committee, however, questioned Lelei over “reluctance” in enforcing his constitutional mandate of overseeing and operating the payroll.

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How Sh2.2 billion was swindled in EduAfya scheme

A special audit has exposed the skewed management of funds under the government’s Eduafya program.

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How ghost students and schools gobbled up Sh3.7b in capitation

Special report tabled in Parliament indicates that 723 ghosts schools got funds. Auditor General found 33 sample schools in about 83 were non-existent.

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Fresh faces, old fears: IEBC's new team sworn in amid public doubt

Past election turmoil and infighting cast long shadows as the reconstituted IEBC prepares for the 2027 polls.

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MPs to grill Energy, Treasury CSs over Sh30b debt and power deals

The Committee said it has taken this step following a forensic audit by the office of the Auditor General.

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Rerec given five days to provide details on Sh8.59b audit queries

CEO told to furnish the Auditor General with their final audit responses by Friday. Committee sitting called off as Rerec CEO found unprepared for the meeting.

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Questions emerge over Raila's 2027 election plans

Raila, who just early last year was President Ruto’s political nemesis, has turned into a fierce defender of the Kenya Kwanza administration

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Former Karatina VC grilled for paying self Sh14.2m before retirement

Former Karatina University VC Prof Muchai Muchiri paid himself Sh12.49 million in gratuity just two days before his retirement, bypassing the university’s official clearance process.

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Fate of NG-CDF billions in hands of Senate after MPs approve Bill

Two thirds of members voted for the constitutional amendment Bill.The Bill, meant to entrench the MPs' kitty in the law now heads to Senate.

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Blame game as State sees coup where opposition sees youth revolt

Senior government officials claim the opposition mobilised and funded the unrest to destabilise President Ruto’s administration

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Our youth are still sufferring a year after protests, Babu warns

A year since the June 2024 anti-government protests, there has been no meaningful change to address the plight of youth, observes Embakasi East MP Babu Owino.

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MPs clash over motion targeting Gachagua over protests anarchy

After scampering for safety to escape protesters, lawmakers on Thursday returned to Parliament and placed the blame for the unrest squarely on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

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