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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Senate resumes sittings with busy agenda

The Senate is set to resume sittings on Tuesday after a two-week break, with several Bills and motions lined up for debate.

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Lecturers defy suspensions, vow to press on with nationwide strike

The standoff between university lecturers and the government has deepened, with several institutions now issuing suspension and show-cause letters to striking staff.

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Senate seeks formula to ensure gender gap is bridged

Bill seeks to provide additional seats in the National Assembly and the Senate to bridge gender gap. Proposed law wants each party nomination list to reflect the representation of marginalised groups

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Senators say Raila stood as a symbol of resilience and courage

Senators have described former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as a symbol of resilience and courage for dedicating his life to the struggle for democratic space, social justice,economic transformation.

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It's State funeral for 'man who championed reform, pursuit of justice', says Ruto

President William Ruto mourned former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, as a giant of democracy, a fearless freedom fighter and a tireless warrior of good governance. 

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Senators back proposal to honour local heroes

Senators have proposed the establishment of a County Hall of Fame in every county to honour individuals recognised as outstanding or exceptional in their professions or community service.

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Senators demand action after e-Citizen audit revealed billions lost

Auditor General revealed unauthorised diversions amounting to Sh127.85 million. Senators seek integrity in revenue collection and data management.

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Ruto mourns Raila as a giant of democracy in Kenya

Raila dedicated his life to the pursuit of justice, equity, and freedom enduring detention and persecution so that this nation might know and enjoy democracy. 

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Senators debate Bill on county finance oversight

The County Oversight and Accountability Bill, seeks to establish a mechanism for effective oversight of county government operations, with the goal of enhancing efficiency and accountability.

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Ruto-Moi handshake: Why Rift Valley is shaken

Kanu Chairman Gideon Moi’s decision to work with President Ruto is expected to significantly reshape Kenya’s political landscape—particularly in the Rift Valley region, where both leaders hail from.

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Kingi to meet county assembly speakers on impeachment process

Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has called for a meeting with the 47 county assembly speakers and the County Assembly Forum (CAF) to streamline the impeachment process.

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Senators raise concern over the deplorable state of Malaba town

The Senate has raised concern over what it it terms the deplorable condition of Malaba town in Busia County despite generating billions in revenue.

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Female senators call for strict laws against sex pests

The Kenya Women Senators Association is advocating for tougher measures against men who impregnate underage girls and those guilty of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence.

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Senators call for Busia-Malaba border infrastructure review

Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot in a motion tabled before the Senate plenary sitting in Busia Town asked KeNHA and  KRA, to fast-track the expansion of access roads.

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Border Counties seek to get a share of the billions of shillings of equalization funds

Busia Governor Paul Otuoma called for the border counties to be allowed to impose fees on transit trailers and trucks passing through border points in the devolved units.

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Senate urges state to address security threats on Kenyan waters

Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman Wafula Wakoli said Kenyan fishermen on Lake Victoria are always under threat, with their boats and fishing gear confiscated by foreign officers.

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Showdown looms between senators, governors over county bank accounts

Senators want the Controller of Budget, the Auditor General and the Central Bank of Kenya granted access to unauthorised bank accounts operated by county governments.

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Public backs Senate bid to expand oversight role

The Senate's quest to increase its oversight powers has begun, with members of the public supporting a proposal that the Senate be acknowledged as the Upper House.

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Senators raise concern over disparities in tea bonus payments

While farmers in the Mount Kenya region have received substantial bonuses, those in Kisii and Nyamira counties are reeling from significantly lower rates.

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Kingi faults governors for ignoring Senate reports on corruption

Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has blamed governors for their reluctance to implement Senate resolutions aimed at curbing mismanagement and embezzlement of county funds.

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Kingi blames governors for ignoring Senate resolutions on graft, mismanagement

Kingi downplayed claims of bad blood between Senators and Governors, ostensibly over the oversight of county funds.

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Senators launch probe into failure to operationalise trailer park in Busia

Senators have launched investigations into the failure to operationalise trailer park in Busia County which has the potential to generate up to Sh720 million annually.

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Fourth Senate Mashinani sittings kick off in Busia County

The Senate will hold its sittings in Busia County from Monday to Friday, which will be a change from its normal sittings held at the Parliament Buildings in Nairobi.

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Kagwe defends 4 percent Sugar Development Levy amid cane shortage

The CS said the sugar industry is currently grappling with a severe cane shortage.

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Miano reveals strategy to make Kenya most appealing tourism destination

Tourism CS Rebecca Miano said government is working with county governments to bring more rural and peri-urban areas into the tourism ecosystem

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Senate investigates newborn nursing lapses as death rates remain high

Nominated Senator Hamida Kibwana raised the alarm, stating that failure to provide services exposes newborns to preventable complications.

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Embakasi West MP tells off Kioni over attack on opposition parties

Embakasi West MP Mark Mwenje has accused the Jubilee Party Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni of creating divisions in the opposition parties.

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Senators back law to speed up seed approvals

Senators have backed a Bill which seeks to amend the Seeds and Plant Varieties Act to introduce a standards-based seed registration system to fast track approval of new seed varieties.

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Kajiado Governor Lenku seeks help to recover Sh10.5b from Magadi Soda

Lenku said ordinary residents were paying Sh1,200 per acre as land rates

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Senators ask Ruto to take action against Cabinet Secretaries ignoring parliament

Senators raised concerns that they continued to witness defiance from some Cabinet Secretaries who ignored appearances to answer questions regarding their ministries before the plenary.

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Ruto joins calls for two-state solution to end the Israel-Palestine conflict

President William Ruto has supported calls for a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine to end the long-standing conflict.

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NLC taken to task over delays on historical land injustices

The National Lands Commission (NLC) has been taken to task by the Senate over its delay in investigating historical land injustices.

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Senate questions Natembeya over Sh923m statutory dues, delayed projects

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya was taken to task by the Senate over the failure by his administration to submit Sh923 million statutory deductions in the last four years

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World must not abandon Haitian people, Ruto says as mission ends

President William Ruto has stated that Kenya will not hasten its departure from Haiti, stressing that the Haitian people deserve a proper and dignified transition.

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Legislators resume House sittings with long to-do list

The Senate and National Assembly are set to resume sittings on Tuesday, after a month-long recess, with a packed agenda.

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Counties risk losing billions as Nyakang'o flags expired funds

Nyakang’o said that the devolved units established some funds dating back 10 years ago, which have now lapsed.

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