Transfer of devolved functions to counties ready, says Ruto

County governments have over the years cried foul over the national government's continued chokehold on crucial functions

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Why Senators are demanding justice for gold clash victims

Senators have raised alarm over the loss of lives in Ikolomani Constituency, amid tensions over the planned relocation of locals following the discovery of gold valued at Sh687 billion

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Rival Isiolo Speakers appear before Senate as leadership crisis deepens

Political squabbles played out when two rival Isiolo County Assembly Speakers appeared before the Senate County Public Accounts Committee on Tuesday to answer audit queries.

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Opposition slams Ruto over Safaricom sale without public input

Kalonzo and Gachagua have accused President William Ruto of authorising the sale of government shares in Safaricom without public participation.

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County assemblies flagged for ouster 'drama'

The acknowledgement by senators that county assemblies have abused the impeachment process against governors raises many questions about how the exercise has been conducted.

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Nyaribo survives the chop as Senators call for impeachment rules

Nyamira Governor saved after Senate rules MCAs did not meet two-thirds threshold. Some Senators like Omogeni and Majority Whip wanted the matter to go to full hearing.

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Impeachment script: Will Senators bury or save Nyaribo's political career?

Nyamira governor hopes to use preliminary objections to convince the Senate.

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Why Ruto, Oburu are targeting MPs who backed opposition in by-elections

President William Ruto and ODM leader Oburu Oginga are reportedly planning a purge of Members of Parliament who campaigned for opposition candidates in the recent by-elections.

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How independent candidates, local leaders upset big names in recent polls

Recent by-elections dealt defeats to major political figures, including Wetang’ula and Gachagua.

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Senate to hear Governor Nyaribo impeachment through plenary

Nyaribo is facing the charges of gross violation of the constitution and abuse of office.

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Why DPP is opposing plans to give EACC, NCIC prosecutorial powers

Ingonga argued that if the two agencies are given powers to prosecute, the main target will be legislators who will be hunted most.

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Why Ruto allies, opposition are fighting for by-election prize

Kindiki and Mudavadi have threatened rivals in fierce by-election campaigns. Gachagua and Natembeya have accused the State of sponsoring violence.

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Malaysia to cut tariffs on local produce, beef

President William Ruto, hosted Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at the State House in Nairobi.

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Former minister Munyao mourned as leader who served the country with humility

Joseph Munyao, former Mbooni MP and founding Democratic Party leader, is remembered for over 40 years of humble and dedicated public service.

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Ruto's youth employment agenda mired by cheap labour export, slavery

President says NYOTA programme to uplift 820,000 young people.

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Senators rebuke KWS for hiking park fees, ignoring court orders

KWS has been challenged by the Senate over the recent hike in park fees and for disregarding a court order halting their implementation.

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Ministry, hospitals oppose Bill banning patient detention

The Ministry of Health and private hospitals have opposed the Senate’s efforts to stop health facilities from detaining patients or corpses over unpaid bills.

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Rights agency faults ODPP for withdrawing high-profile hate cases

KNCHR tells Senate committee that politicians not punished for reckless utterances. Commission warns Computer Misuse Act danger to democracy.

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Government taken to task over safety of citizens in Tanzania

The Senators sought to know measures instituted by the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs to ensure the safety of Kenyans in Tanzania.

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NCIC investigates Gachagua, four Governors, 10 MPs over hate speech

At least 28 political leaders have been summoned to appear before the commission over some inflammatory remarks

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Why Senators are pushing for tamper-proof CCTV in all police stations

Nyamu pointed out that some people will argue that the installation of CCTV systems is an expensive exercise

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Sakaja says Nairobi needs Sh180 billion to regenerate rivers

Sakaja said that it will cost an average of Sh60 billion to restore each river to its original state.

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State Department for Children Services allocated Sh12.3B, Senate told

CS Cheptumo has told the Senate that the State Department for Children Services has been allocated Sh12.3 billion for the financial year 2025/2026.

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The Sh2 billion scandal in NYS commercialisation

EACC is investigating a suspected Sh2 billion scandal at the National Youth Service (NYS).

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Parliament to issue report on Mediheal kidney transplants

Dr Nyikal defended the decision to hold part of the committee’s engagements with the hospital behind closed doors.

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Why senators want government to raise intern stipends to Sh50,000

Cherargei said there is need to ensure the interns transit into permanent and pensionable terms

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EACC reveals it's probing counties for corruption cases worth billions

EACC boss Abdi Mohamud said they have received 288 reports from the Senate.

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Nairobi and Mombasa street cameras in good condition, Murkomen says

Murkomen has said the National CCTV Integrated Command, Control and Communication system currently provides extensive surveillance coverage in Nairobi and Mombasa cities.

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Senators ask EACC to probe Barchok over irregular Sh539 payment

Barchok had difficulties explaining the discrepancies concerning the county government's expenditure of Sh539 million as payment of suspicious pending bills.

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NCIC under fire over failure to rein in hate speech, ethnic profiling by politicians

Mohammed Chute sought to know the number of culprits of hate speech that the two commissions have taken to court

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Kahiga on the spot over Sh16m loans issued without land valuation

Governor Kahiga was at pains to explain why his administration issued loans without mandatory documentation

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Senators question KDF role in public projects

Senators are questioning the rationale of involving the KDF in the implementation of public infrastructure projects despite the availability of qualified civilian contractors in the country.

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Sakaja defends billions spent on bursaries

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja says that counties have to ensure bright and needy students go to school by giving them bursaries, since this role cannot be left to the national government alone.

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Gideon calls on youth to exercise their democratic right by registering as voters

Kanu chairperson Gideon Moi has urged the youth in the country to register in large numbers and exercise their democratic right at the ballot.

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Mvurya grilled over poor funding of Deaf Sports

Mvurya had a difficult time explaining why Sporting activities for the deaf were being relegated to the periphery due to financial constraints.

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Mutua: Ongoing restructuring in state firms is part of comprehensive reform program

Mutua raised by Senators said that the discharge of workers under the restructuring is guided by lawful redundancy procedures as outlined in Section 40 of the Employment Act.

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Duale says SHA audit led to rejection of Sh10.6 billion in claims that were fraudulent

Duale told Senators that Preliminary estimates of financial exposure related to these irregular payments are in the range of several hundred million shillings.

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Wandayi, Senate team clash over bill on counties' power charges

Energy CS warns Senate that proposed law will increase electricity costs for consumers. Senator Oburu defends counties’ right to impose levies on wayleaves.

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ODM leadership backs Raila-Ruto broad-based government till 2027

The ODM leadership has reaffirmed its commitment to the broad-based government initiated by President William Ruto and the former Prime Minister, the late Raila Odinga until 2027.

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State accused of carrying out security operation without consultations

Members of Parliament from West Pokot County have accused the government of carrying out a security operation at Kainuk area along the border with Turkana County without consulting them.

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