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'Tutam': The shame of turning national holiday into campaign rally

National holiday made a campaign rally for upcoming 2027 General Election. Leaders hail President Ruto's performance, put workers welfare at back banner.

By Josphat Thiong 4 days ago

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MPs push for tougher NCIC powers to "bite harder" on hate speech

Lawmakers are now calling for the bestowing of prosecutorial powers on the NCIC ahead of the 2027 General Election to curb political indiscipline.

By Josphat Thiong 5 days ago

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Dramatic scenes as former senator Orwoba is arrested, released

Former nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba was on Wednesday arrested after an unsuccessful attempt to access the precincts of Parliament.

By Josphat Thiong 6 days ago

Orwoba freed hours after arrest at Parliament gate

Ex-Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba released on bail from Parliament Police station following arrest after attempting to access Parliament, lawyer Moses Mabeya confirms.

By Josphat Thiong 6 days ago

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Mystery of Sh74m disbursed to Wings-to-Fly

Aldai MP Maryanne Ketany questioned why the funds had been disbursed to the beneficiaries whose schools were not confirmed and were yet to go to TVETs.

By Josphat Thiong 7 days ago

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Zoning clamour threatens unity in Opposition and Broad-Based camp

United Opposition faces a litmus test ahead of the Ol Kalou by-elections as all member parties seek to field a candidate.

By Josphat Thiong 10 days ago

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Game of numbers: Opposition, State clash over ID cards issuance

Opposition leaders allege President Ruto and his allies are selectively issuing IDs, prioritising his supporters.

By Josphat Thiong 11 days ago

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Scandal in waiting? Why proposal to give students IDs is facing hurdles

A proposed Bill to issue IDs to Kenyan secondary school students faces opposition over data privacy, legal gaps and potential disruption to school schedules.

By Josphat Thiong 12 days ago

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Wamboka replaced as MPs give bribery probe more time.

Luanda MP Dick Maungu was appointed as the interim chairperson of the Public Investments Committee on Governance and Education following the suspension of Jack Wamboka.

By Josphat Thiong 12 days ago

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Low capitation? Inside Bitok, MP blame games

Basic Education PS Julius Bitok says the government's disbursement has decreased to Sh15,000 from Sh22,000 due to inadequate funding.

By Josphat Thiong 13 days ago

Securing Kenya's Blue Economy Through Stronger Fisheries Laws

A new Bill aimed at preventing illegal fishing and improving oversight of Kenyan waters has been introduced at the National Assembly.

By Josphat Thiong 14 days ago

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'Goons' paradise': Murkomen dodges responsibility, points finger at political class and judiciary

Interior CS Murkomen blamed political leaders, and the Judiciary, for rising gangs and insecurity, arguing that goons are politically sponsored and poorly handled by the justice system.

By Josphat Thiong 14 days ago

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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 Josphat Thiong 16 days ago

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UDA-ODM war of words exposes fragility of 2027 pre-election pact

Rising tensions and mistrust between UDA and ODM are threatening to derail their fragile 2027 pre-election pact as coalition talks stall over zoning and political control.

By Josphat Thiong 16 days ago

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Fresh 'maandamano' threat fuels anxiety

Gen Z have been intensifying mobilisation ahead of Tuesday's fuel hike demonstrations. Experts warn government appears reactive, erratic, and increasingly .under pressure

By Josphat Thiong 17 days ago

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How MPs saved Ruto in record one-hour to pass fuel levy cut Bill

In a record one hour, MPs debated and passed the Bill, effectively legalising the Treasury's directive to cut VAT by 50 per cent.

By Josphat Thiong 18 days ago

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It's time to strongly invest into rising women's football

Unlike the men's game, little has been done to improve the state of women's football in the country.

By Josphat Thiong 18 days ago

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MPs put energy PS Wachira on the spot over 'ghost' last-mile projects

Energy PS Alex Wachira put on the spot by MPs, who accused him of politicising the implementation of the Last Mile Connectivity electricity programme.

By Josphat Thiong 20 days ago

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Why MPs are concerned over Sh6.6b school feeding shortfall

MPs are alarmed by a Sh6.6 billion funding gap in the school feeding programme, warning it could drive vulnerable children in arid regions out of school amid the ongoing drought.

By Josphat Thiong 21 days ago

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 Josphat Thiong 21 days ago

From grief to government: Scrutiny over politicians' widows landing state jobs

Several widows have landed State appointments following the demise of their spouses.

By Josphat Thiong 21 days ago

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Opposition unity push boosts Kalonzo's 2027 poll prospects

The Ukambani tour reveals growing opposition cohesion ahead of crucial polls. Behind-the-scenes plans show the Wiper leader tops all proposed line-ups

By Josphat Thiong 24 days ago

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Drunk with power: Ichung'wah's 'polished goon' tag grows as he spews insults, threatens dissent

Insults flow freely from Ichung'wah's tongue, both inside Parliament and at rallies. And now, he even orchestrates silencing of dissent.

By Josphat Thiong 24 days ago

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Attack on Senator Osotsi exposes rising political goonism

Pundits warn that the now "liberalized" goon market in Kenya is a serious threat to our security and democracy.

By Josphat Thiong 25 days ago

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Leaders pile pressure on IG Kanja to resign over Senator Osotsi attack

Kenya's lawmakers and political leaders demanded the resignation of Douglas Kanja over the attack on Godfrey Osotsi, as the Directorate of Criminal Investigations arrested three suspects.

By Josphat Thiong 26 days ago

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ODM MPs clash over zoning ahead of polls

Differences are now emerging in ODM on whether to push for a zoning arrangement, as part of pre-election agreement with UDA.

By Josphat Thiong 28 days ago

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Tragedies expose country's broken systems and political hypocrisy

Airports, hospitals and institutions fail citizens, risking lives daily. Political leaders face consequences they ignored for ordinary Kenyans.

By Josphat Thiong 1 month ago

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Why millions risk being locked out of 2027 elections

Millions of Kenyan voters now risk being locked out of the 2027 general elections should they not register afresh ahead of the high-stakes polls.

By Josphat Thiong 1 month ago

MPs flags sh6.6bn funding crisis in school feeding programme

MPS have raised alarm over a Sh6.6 billion funding shortfall in the school feeding programme targeting vulnerable children in arid and semi-arid areas

By Josphat Thiong 1 month ago

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Middle-East conflict: Fuel prices expected to rise on April 14 review

Rising global oil prices linked to tensions involving Iran, Israel and the United States are expected to push up Kenya's fuel prices in the upcoming review.

By Josphat Thiong 1 month ago

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Over 1,100 Kenyans trafficked to Southeast Asia, Mudavadi reveals

Musalia Mudavadi has revealed that over 1,100 Kenyans have been trafficked to Southeast Asia, exposing a growing crisis.

By Josphat Thiong 1 month ago

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Lelelit in scuffle with 3 senators after Kingi order

Samburu Governor Lati Lelelit plans assault charges against three senators after a scuffle outside Parliament.

By Josphat Thiong 1 month ago

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Why MPs want Speaker Wetangula impeached

MPs are pushing to oust Speaker Moses Wetang'ula over alleged defiance of court orders and parliamentary rules.

By Josphat Thiong 1 month ago

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Pension Shocker: Retired teachers asked to produce first-ever payslip to get payment

Retired teachers are being asked to provide their first payslip to allow for the processing of their pension funds.

By Josphat Thiong 1 month ago

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Parliament approves sale of Safaricom shares

The National Assembly approved the government's sale of its 15 per cent stake in Safaricom to Vodacom Group.

By Josphat Thiong 1 month ago

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From sharing beds to sleeping on floor: Inside Mathari Hospital crisis

MPs have expressed concern over the deplorable state of Mathari National Hospital following revelations that mental health patients were forced to sleep on the floor while others share beds.

By Josphat Thiong 1 month ago

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e-Citizen heist: How Pesaflow diverted Sh6.3b to private accounts

A parliamentary probe into the Tumia HII e-Citizen platform seeks to uncover the individuals and firms linked to potential Sh9 billion revenue losses.

By Josphat Thiong 1 month ago

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Mathari mental health patients sleeping on floor, sharing beds

Lawmakers warn that Mathari National Hospital's mental health patients are sleeping on floors, sharing beds, and facing neglect due to resource strains and uncollected recoveries.

By Josphat Thiong 1 month ago

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AG, Equity boss summoned in probe on Sh9.4b lost via e-Citizen

Special audit showed e-citizen platform unlawfully collected Sh2.6 billion from Kenyans.

By Josphat Thiong 1 month ago

MPs demand compensation for victims, survivors of Webuye accident

Kenya's Parliament has censured the Ministry of Transport over its slow response to the deadly Webuye accident, demanding compensation for victims and accountability from David Chirchir and the NTSA.

By Josphat Thiong 1 month ago