Members of the National Assembly have begun debate on the Basic Education (Amendment) Bill, 2025, a proposed law seeking to formally recognise Alternative Provision for Basic Education and Training (APBET) institutions and align the education framework with constitutional guarantees.

The Bill, sponsored by Mathare MP Hon. Anthony Oluoch aims to amend the Basic Education Act, 2013 to anchor non-formal learning institutions within Kenya’s formal education system, particularly targeting learners in informal settlements and marginalised areas.

Members of Parliament that attended the Requiem Service for the late Ol Kalou MP Hon. David Kiaraho in Nairobi today eulogized him as a dependable and independent-thinker who displayed professionalism in all his undertakings as a Leader and Legislator. 

The Clerk of the National Assembly  Mr. Samuel Njoroge today attended the Church Funeral Service of the Late Ol Kalou MP Hon. David Kiaraho where he gave a tribute on behalf of the Management team in honor of the Late MP. 

Mr. Njoroge acknowledged the delicacy of a situation where a deceased politician leaves behind a family that needs time and space to mourn and honor their departed, saying it is a situation most often than not, is unfortunately disregarded during the funeral process. 

Kiambu residents and stakeholders have championed Thika Municipality's City Status Bid, calling it a dream that is long overdue. 

Following a high-level consultative meeting with Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi, the Senate Standing Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations moved to the Mount Kenya University Pavilion earlier today to hear directly from the people of Thika.