The National Assembly Health Committee, chaired by Hon. Dr. James Nyikal, convened a critical session in Mombasa with the Social Health Authority (SHA) leadership, CEO Dr.

The Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy has warned that a proposed amendment to the Energy Act could disrupt the rollout of national broadband and digital infrastructure.

Appearing before Senate Committee on Energy chaired by Dr. Oburu Oginga, the ministry was represented by Principal Secretary, Stephen Isaboke. 

The amendment seeks to allow county governments to levy charges on public energy infrastructure without first getting approval from the Cabinet Secretary for Energy and Petroleum.

The morning sun rose gently over the vast plains of Galana Kulalu, casting golden light on acres of quiet, thirsty land. For years, the farmers here had waited — waited for rain, waited for power, waited for the promise of transformation. Their irrigation pumps sputtered on diesel, their harvests depending on chance and fuel prices. Yet deep in the heart of the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum, a plan was already taking root, a plan that would change everything.

Parliamentary staff have been urged to embrace a culture of physical and mental wellness to enhance productivity and overall performance at work.

Speaking this Friday during the official launch of the Parliamentary Sports event at Ulinzi Sports Complex, the Clerk of the Senate and Secretary to the Parliamentary Service Commission, Mr. Jeremiah Nyegenye, highlighted the importance of fitness and emotional well-being in the workplace.

“We want to entrench a culture of physical and mental wellness among Parliamentary staff,” said Mr Nyegenye.

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The Senate Committee on Education, Chaired by Sen. Betty Montet, today held a consultative meeting with Nairobi Governor H.E. Johnson Sakaja and his County Executive Team to deliberate on the current status of Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) and Vocational Training Centres (VTCs) within Nairobi County.

The session formed part of the Committee’s ongoing national assessment of ECDE and TVET implementation across all 47 counties.

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya today appeared before the Senate Standing Committee on Energy to represent the Council of Governors (CoG) during the ongoing deliberations on the Energy Amendment Bill, 2025.

Governor Natembeya strongly backed the proposed legislation, noting that its adoption would enable counties to directly benefit from the levy collected by the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC). He argued that channeling the funds toward county-level projects would spur development and enhance service delivery across the country.

The Senate Standing Committee on Energy chaired by Senator Dr. Oburu Odinga (Siaya) today held a heated session with the Cabinet Secretary for Energy and Petroleum, Hon. Opiyo Wandayi, to deliberate on submissions concerning the Energy Amendment Bill, 2025.

On this Mashujaa Day, the Senate of the Republic of Kenya joins all Kenyans in honoring the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of our national heroes, past and present, whose vision and valor built the foundation of our nation.

We salute the men and women who fought for our independence, defended our democracy, and continue to serve in every corner of our republic to uphold justice, unity, and progress.

The Senate of Kenya was on Thursday united as it eulogised the former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga whose abrupt death while receiving treatment in India shocked the country. 

During the debate, the lawmakers variously described the late Odinga, who served as MP for Langata Constituency for four terms, as a great leader, patriot and a man who sacrificed personal comfort for the greater good of the country.

The Senate held a Special Sitting on Thursday afternoon to honour the memory and legacy of Kenya’s former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga who passed away on Wednesday morning in India.

Through a Motion, moved by Deputy Minority Leader Sen. Enoch Wambua (Kitui) and seconded by Deputy Majority Leader Sen. Tabitha Karanja (Nakuru) Senators were invited to pay tribute to a leader described as a towering figure in Kenya’s political and democratic journey.

The National Assembly Wednesday morning Sitting has been adjourned following the demise of ODM leader and Opposition Chief, Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga.

Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, invoked his authority under Standing Order Number One to halt House proceedings, directing Members of Parliament to reconvene later in the day for official communication on the matter.

The Senate ICT Committee has vowed to push the Social Health Authority (SHA) to release funds owed to counties following revelations of delayed remittances that have affected healthcare services across the country.

“Our first reaction as a committee, after compiling the report, will be to really push SHA until they start paying counties,” stated Chairperson Allan Chesang.

Members of the Kenyan Chapter of the Parliamentary Network on the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) caucus held a meeting with the IMF mission team to discuss key policy reforms that would accelerate the country's economic growth.

The caucus chaired by Hon. Mohamed Aden Daud (Wajir East) underscored Parliament’s commitment to safeguarding the country from policies that could lead to fiscal distress.

"Parliament upholds the national values and principles of governance provided under Chapter 10 (2) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010," Hon. Daud said.

The Cabinet Secretary for Education, Mr. Julius Ogamba, has informed the National Assembly that delays in the release of school capitation funds have been occasioned by an ongoing audit that uncovered serious irregularities, including the disbursement of funds to non-existent schools.

Appearing before the House to respond to Members’ Questions pursuant to Standing Order 42A (6B), the CS was addressing a question from the Member for Emuhaya, Hon. Omboko Milemba. His question was read on his behalf by Gilgil MP, Hon. Martha Wangari.

The Kenya Network of Cancer Organisations (KENCO) has petitioned the National Assembly to intervene and ensure an enhancement of oncology benefits and adequate allocation of funds to the Primary Healthcare Fund and the Emergency, Chronic and Critical Illness Fund.

The National Assembly Committee on Education, chaired by Hon. Julius Melly, conducted an oversight visit to the Kenya Institute of Special Education (KISE).

The Committee engaged with KISE's Director and Secretary to the Council, Dr. Norman Kiogora, on several matters including teacher training, early identification of disabilities, and the status of key development projects like the Assistive Devices Factory.

Members questioned KISE on its plan to decentralize its essential services to reach learners in rural regions.

The Busia County Government has committed to settling its Kshs2.6 billion in outstanding pending bills owed to local suppliers, promising full clearance by the end of the 2026/2027 Financial Year. 

This pledge came during a heated session of the Senate Standing Committee on Finance and Budget, held in Busia Town as part of the ongoing Senate Mashinani program.