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New Bill recommends compulsory annual emissions tests for all vehicles

Motorists are likely to face another mandatory compliance requirement after a new Bill that is before the Senate proposed annual emissions testing for all vehicles.

By Edwin Nyarangi 5 days ago

Governor Sang in hot soup over unsustainable wage bill

Nandi Governor Stephen Sang was taken to task over the high wage bill which is excess of the threshold of 35 percent.

By Edwin Nyarangi 5 days ago

Kalonzo condemns police over their conduct during Saba Saba Day

Wiper Patriotic Front Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka condemned the National Police Service for turning its guns and batons on the citizens it exists to protect during the 36th Saba Saba Day.

By Edwin Nyarangi 6 days ago

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Kenya marks 36th Saba Saba Day Anniversary

As Kenya marks the 36th anniversary of Saba Saba, leaders and analysts reflect on its role in securing multiparty democracy.

By Edwin Nyarangi 7 days ago

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Battle over billions as CRA reviews Equalisation Fund beneficiaries

Controversy is brewing over the sharing of billions under the Equalisation Fund as the CRA reviews the policy that determines the regions that qualify to be classified as marginalised.

By Edwin Nyarangi 8 days ago

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Governor Kihika and Senator Keroche clash during Senate Committee meeting

The fierce rivalry between Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika and Nakuru Senator Tabitha Keroche played out during the Senate County Public Accounts Committee meeting held at Parliament buildings.

By Edwin Nyarangi 10 days ago

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Governor put to task over Sh742m expenditure

Kericho Governor Erick Mutai has been taken to task by Senate over unauthorised expenditure of Sh742 million during the 2024/2025 financial year.

By Edwin Nyarangi 11 days ago

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Senators seek to annul NTSA rules on school buses, inspections

NTSA has come under scrutiny for proceeding with the implementation of controversial transport regulations.

By Edwin Nyarangi 12 days ago

Cabinet approves reforms to tackle payroll fraud

The Cabinet has approved sweeping reforms to dismantle what it described as decades-old payroll fraud across government.

By Edwin Nyarangi 12 days ago

Omtatah demands details on Nairobi Park projects

Senator Okiya Omtatah has demanded full disclosure on proposed parking and infrastructure projects near Nairobi National Park, citing concerns over environmental impact and possible encroachment.

By Edwin Nyarangi 13 days ago

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Spending spree: Counties splash billions on travel, allowances and international meetings

A Controller of Budget report reveals that county governments spent Sh13.17 billion on travel in nine months, while development projects stalled and billions in unpaid bills accumulated.

By Edwin Nyarangi 14 days ago

Masengeli assures Kenyans of calm as tight security disrupts Nairobi transport

Long-distance buses heading to Nairobi were stopped and turned back, with several vehicles parked at Kabete Police Station, leaving dozens of passengers stranded.

By Edwin Nyarangi 18 days ago

Mudavadi says Cabinet approved de-gazettement Capitol Hill Police station in Upper Hill in 2018

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has told the Senate that the de-gazettement of the Capitol Hill Police station in Upper Hill, Nairobi, dates back to 2018, following Cabinet approval.

By Edwin Nyarangi 20 days ago

Drama in Senate as KWS rejects KNHCR report on missing Lake Nakuru fishermen

A Senate committee session turned contentious after KWS rejected a KNCHR report on alleged forced disappearances of fishermen at Lake Nakuru, prompting calls for further investigations.

By Edwin Nyarangi 20 days ago

Governor Abdullahi fingered over Sh1.3 billion 'fictitious' pending bills

Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi faced intense scrutiny from senators over Sh1.3 billion in disputed pending bills.

By Edwin Nyarangi 21 days ago

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Nairobi to get lion share as Sh428 billion is split among the counties

Nairobi will receive the largest share of the Sh428 billion county allocation for the 2026/27 financial year, with all 47 counties set to receive increased funding.

By Edwin Nyarangi 21 days ago

Sakaja seeks Senate support to unlock Sh63 billion revenue potential

Sakaja argued that with stronger enforcement provisions and support from Parliament, Nairobi could generate up to Sh63 billion annually.

By Edwin Nyarangi 23 days ago

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Wanga in the spot over 'missing' Sh700m hospitals revenue

Senators are probing Homa Bay County over alleged Sh700m hospital funds gap and an Sh820m headquarters deal, raising concerns over financial accountability.

By Edwin Nyarangi 25 days ago

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Mbadi tells Senate that publicly guaranteed debt stands at about Sh12.842 trillion

Kenya’s public debt has hit Sh12.84 trillion, with Treasury outlining borrowing composition, controls, and progress on e-procurement reforms and accountability systems.

By Edwin Nyarangi 25 days ago

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Mung'aro throws Kingi under the bus over Sh1b Kilifi audit queries

Kilifi’s Sh1 billion revenue deal is under Senate scrutiny, with EACC set to probe payments to Raindrops Limited and summon former county officials.

By Edwin Nyarangi 26 days ago

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Fresh blow for Sifuna in Senate reshuffle

Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang has replaced Sifuna in changes announced by Cheruiyot on the floor of the House.

By Edwin Nyarangi 26 days ago

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Process to compensate victims of violence starts

The government has begun implementing a compensation programme for victims of police brutality and protest-related violence.

By Edwin Nyarangi 27 days ago

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Kang'ata joins opposition camp as 2027 race heats up

Weeks after ditching the UDA, Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata has joined the Linda Mwananchi team, which he said is working towards bringing change in the country’s leadership.

By Edwin Nyarangi 28 days ago

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How State House gobbled Sh11.6 billion in nine months

State House spent Sh11.6 billion in the first nine months of the 2025/26 financial year, according to the latest National Government Budget Implementation Review Report.

By Edwin Nyarangi 28 days ago

North Eastern got raw deal in Budget, says Saney

Wajir North MP Ibrahim Abdi Saney has said there is nothing to smile about in the budget estimates for North Eastern and his constituents.

By Edwin Nyarangi 29 days ago

Kang'ata attends Linda Mwananchi rally in Thika, criticises Ruto policies

Muranga Governor Irungu Kang'ata has joined the Linda Mwananchi team which he said was working towards bringing change in the Country's leadership.

By Edwin Nyarangi 29 days ago

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Deal at last! MPs, senators agree to allocate counties Sh428 billion

The Senate and National Assembly Mediation Committee reached a compromise to allocate Sh428 billion to the counties as equitable share of revenue for the 2026/27 financial year.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Wahome, Joho on the spot for snubbing Senate plenary

Senators accused Lands CS Alice Wahome of failing to come to the house on Wednesday morning to answer questions.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Wahome and Joho on the spot for failing to appear before the Senate plenary

Cabinet Secretaries who fail to honour invites to the Senate plenary to answer questions have been put on the spot for failing to discharge their mandates on the floor of the house.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Why MPs, Senate won't agree yet on counties' cash

A mediation deadlock between the Senate and the National Assembly over the Division of Revenue Bill 2026 has stalled allocation of funds to counties.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Omtatah flags illegalities in affordable housing land deals

Senators clashed over the affordable housing programme after concerns were raised about projects allegedly developed on public and community land without proper documentation.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Inside Senators' fight for easy, faster reversal of money sent to wrong recipient

Senators are pushing for faster mechanisms to reverse erroneous mobile money transfers, citing consumer losses, regulatory gaps and delays in recovering funds sent to wrong recipients.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Petitioners reject KFS report over suitability for human consumption of fish in Lake Nakuru

The petitioners regarding the forced disappearance of young fishermen in Lake Nakuru have rejected a report by the KFS regarding the suitability for human consumption of the fish at the lake

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

KRA says its role in petroleum supply chain limited to matters falling within its mandate

KRA has told the Senate that its role in the petroleum supply chain is limited to matters falling within its statutory mandate

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Kabogo: 58 per cent of government services not digitised

ICT Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo has said that only 12% out of 6,000 Government Services across Ministries, Departments, Agencies, and County Governments are fully digitised

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Ruto apologises to Northern Kenya for marginalisation

President Ruto apologised to Northern Kenya residents for decades of marginalisation and pledged increased investment in education, infrastructure, healthcare and equal access to national services.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Security beefed up at Madaraka Day celebrations

Security was heightened during the Madaraka Day celebrations in Wajir as residents welcomed the historic event.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Ruto dismisses opposition, vows easy victory in 2027

President William Ruto dismissed the opposition as lacking an agenda, expressed confidence in winning the 2027 election.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Government spends Sh4 billion on Madaraka Day preparations in Wajir

The government has spent Sh4 billion on infrastructure development in readiness for Madaraka Day celebrations in Wajir County on June 1. 

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Escalating factional rivalries cast shadow over ODM's future

The Orange Democratic Movement is facing deep internal divisions as rival factions emerge following Raila Odinga’s death, raising uncertainty over the party’s unity ahead of the 2027 elections.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago