National Assembly Speaker Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Moses Wetang'ula led Parliamentary staff in mourning John Mwendwa the Son of Director Litigation Mr. Sheriffsam Mwendwa.

A sombre mood engulfed the New Apostolic church in South B as mourners among them the Speaker, MPs and Parliamentary staff gathered for a requiem mass for John, 22 years, who passed on last week.

The Leaders of the Majority and Minority Parties in the National Assembly have emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts between Parliament and the private sector to drive essential policy reforms.

Recognizing the critical role that effective legislation plays in fostering a conducive business environment, both leaders are advocating for a partnership that prioritizes economic growth, investment, and sustainable development.

National Assembly Speaker Rt. Hon (Dr.) joined President Dr. William Ruto at the State House where he hosted the Hindu Community for Diwali Celebrations.

Hon. Wetang'ula said hosting the Diwali celebrations at the State House for the first time was a great honour to the Hindu community.

The National Assembly is in the process of enacting three Bills aimed at dealing with corruption, enhance fair business competitiveness and make Kenya a more attractive destination for foreign direct investment.

National Assembly Speaker Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Moses Wetang’ula said the proposed legislations would be one of the key catalysts for the economic advancement of Kenya.

Sen. Hezena Lemaletian has raised concerns about the longstanding land ownership dispute over Oljorai Farm in Mbaruk-Eburu Ward, Gilgil Constituency, Nakuru County.

While seeking a Statement from the Standing Committee on Land, Environment and Natural Resources on the floor of the House this afternoon, the Nominated Senator asked the Lands Committee to report to the Senate the reasons for the non-implementation of the 1998 directive by the then President, the late Daniel Moi. 

A Bill seeking to protect consumers and promote competition in the telecom sector is before the National Assembly.  

Members of the National Assembly debated the Kenya Information and Communications (Amendment) Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 52 of 2022)  which is at the second reading stage.  

The County Public Accounts Committee has directed Uasin Gishu Jonathan Bii to submit a schedule detailing how the County spent Sh654 million of the revenue it received in the 2022/23 financial year.

The receipts of the revenue accounts indicate that the County received Sh9.3 billion during the financial year. However, the Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS) indicate that the county’s transactions totaled Sh9.9 billion, translating to a disparity of the Sh654 million.

The Senate Committee on Labour and Social Welfare today heard an emotional petition from Beatrice Likiwop, a resident of Narok County living with multiple invisible disabilities. Representing Persons With Invisible Disabilities (PWIDs), Beatrice shared her challenges in navigating life with Status Epilepticus, Bradycardia and Fibromyalgia. These conditions, she explained, bring abrupt comas, social isolation and significant difficulties in accessing employment and as a result, medication.

North Horr MP Hon. Adhe Guyo has called on the government to implement sustainable solutions to alleviate the devastating impacts of recurring drought and hunger in northern Kenya. 

Legislators have voiced concerns about an impending food security crisis, citing plummeting maize prices during the ongoing harvest season. 

In a session held on 17^th October 2024, Hon. David Kiplagat (Soy) expressed alarm over the reduced budget allocation for strategic food reserves in the 2024/2025 budget, which he believes puts the country at risk of food insecurity.  

Constituency offices will now be used as venues for public participation exercises, National Assembly Clerk Mr. Samuel Njoroge has said.

Mr. Njoroge made the remarks during the retreat in Naivasha, noting that mechanisms are being put in place to facilitate the plan.

The Senate Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations met with Busia Governor Paul Otuoma today to deliberate on the county government of Busia's low expenditure on development projects. 

Senate invited the Bungoma County boss to explain the variance in the approved budget for development and subsequent supplementary budget and the gap in development and expenditure budget allocation for the 2022/2023 Financial Year.

National Assembly Speaker, Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Moses Wetang’ula has urged the House leadership to give priority to pending legislative business as the year comes to an end.

Speaking on Monday at the during the House leadership retreat in Naivasha, Speaker Wetang’ula emphasized the need to ensure House business was completed on time.

After nearly three decades of waiting, former employees of Kenya Cooperative Creameries (KCC) face fresh obstacles in securing KES 204 million in unpaid dues, as Cabinet Secretaries and other government officials sidestep accountability, prompting sharp criticism by members of the Senate Committee on Labour and Social Welfare.

Hon. Julius Melly has revealed the state of affairs at Moi University. Speaking during a session of the National Assembly on Friday, 18th October 2024, Hon. Melly, Chairperson, Education Committee, informed lawmakers of the university’s financial woes, citing mismanagement of funds, insolvency, and a crippling wage bill that has forced the institution to seek urgent financial aid from the government.

Members of the National Assembly Committee on Education have questioned the State Department on Immigration over the delay in issuance of ID cards to students which has hindered university students from accessing loans and scholarships.

In a meeting chaired by Hon. Julius Melly, PS Immigration Julius Bitok assured lawmakers that delays in the issuance of Maisha Number identity cards were being addressed.

The Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Moses Wetang'ula has appointed nine Members of the National Assembly to serve in a mediation Committee of the Division of Revenue (Amendment), Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 38 of 2024).

This is following the National Assembly’s rejection of the Senate amendments to Bill on the 16th of October 2024.

Members of the National Assembly have approved the Mediated Version of the Sugar Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 34 of 2022), which seeks to revitalize Kenya’s sugar industry.  

Addressing the House on 17th October 2024, Hon. Emmanuel Wangwe, Chairperson of the Mediation Committee on the Sugar Bill said, “This Bill introduces comprehensive reforms, including the establishment of the Kenya Sugar Board, designed to regulate, develop, and promote the industry. It also defines sugar catchment areas.”  

Sen. Samson Cherarkey (Nandi) has raised concerns about the indefinite closure of Moi University due to a prolonged industrial strike by workers over alleged mismanagement of the university.

While requesting for a Statement from Standing Committee on Education on the floor of the House this afternoon, the Legislator requested the Committee to report to the House on the current financial status of Moi University and provide reasons for the delayed payment of salaries and failure by the university to remit third party deductions of more than Kshs 4.1 billion. 

Senate Committee on Energy chaired by Nyeri Senator Wahome Wamatinga held a meeting with Kenya Association of Manufacturers. 

The meeting was to discuss the role of the manufacturing sector in energy space and the promotion of sustainable energy use in Kenya. 

The acting Chief Executive of the Association, Mr. Tobias Alando said that manufacturers consume up 67% of the electricity produced in the country with large commercial and industrial consumers being the major users of electrical energy.