Lawmakers have supported a motion that calls on Government to fast-track the implementation of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and make it mandatory for all public officers to seek treatment in public health facilities

The motion sponsored by Hon. Sabina Chege directs the Government through the Ministry of Health implements the Kenya Universal Healthcare Coverage Policy 2020-2030 and introduce a policy on mandatory use of public health care facilities by all civil servants, public officers and State officers in the country.

The Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport, Mr. Davis Chirchir, has informed the National Assembly that the government is actively addressing pending bills to ensure the completion of stalled road projects across the country.

Appearing before the House to respond to questions under Standing Order 42A(6B), the CS explained that contractors had abandoned works on several roads due to delayed payments.

Members of Parliament sought clarity on the status of roads in their constituencies, particularly those left incomplete after contractors downed their tools.