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Edwin Nyarangi

How censure motion forced out Moi's VP and Kibaki's minister

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei said a censure motion is inconsequential because it expresses strong disapproval of a State officer's conduct but carries no legal consequences.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

How censure motion forced out Moi's VP and Kibaki's minister

Mbadi battles Kenya Kwanza skunk in Adani-JKIA deal

Mbadi battles Kenya Kwanza skunk in Adani-JKIA deal

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

This is why I censured Gachagua, says Mungatana

This is why I censured Gachagua, says Mungatana

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Adani deal: Treasury CS Mbadi to appear before Senate

Adani deal: Treasury CS Mbadi to appear before Senate

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Controller of Budget starved of funds for keeping State in check

The Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakango has told Parliament that her office does not get the budgetary allocation it requires because of highlighting of financial impropriety in government.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Controller of Budget starved of funds for keeping State in check

Mbadi under fire after failing to show up for maiden Senate date

Senators have criticised National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi for failing to appear before them to answer questions

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Mbadi under fire after failing to show up for maiden Senate date

It will take 15 years to complete Sh700 billion road projects, says CS Chirchir

Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir says there was a huge funding gap for roads which had led to delays.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

It will take 15 years to complete Sh700 billion road projects, says CS Chirchir

John Mbadi accused of copying 'bad manners'

The senators said it is 'bad manners' for Mbadi to send a last-minute letter stating that he could not be able to come since he was attending a meeting at State House Nairobi.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

John Mbadi accused of copying 'bad manners'

DCI wants First Choice boss Judy Jepchirchir prosecuted for defrauding youths

First Choice Director Judy Jepchirchir, accused of defrauding over 8,000 youths over Sh1 billion, will be prosecuted for obtaining money by false pretense.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

DCI wants First Choice boss Judy Jepchirchir prosecuted for defrauding youths

Mutua says the elderly to receive stipend through mobile money

Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has told the Senate that the government is working to ensure that beneficiaries of the cash transfer programme get money through their mobile phones

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Mutua says the elderly to receive stipend through mobile money

Jail term, hefty fine for pastors with unregistered churches

Clerics who run unregistered religious organisations risk a Sh5 million fine, three years in jail, or both if a new bill seeking to regulate religious organisations is passed.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Jail term, hefty fine for pastors with unregistered churches

Mbadi at pains to explain why counties will get Sh20b less

Counties may wait longer to get their shareable revenue, with the Senate insisting that they should get Sh 400 billion as the National Treasury sticks with Sh 380 billion.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Mbadi at pains to explain why counties will get Sh20b less

Reconstitution of IEBC top agenda as House resumes sittings

Reconstitution of the IEBC and consolidation of various bursaries into one fund are some of the top agenda for the National Assembly and Senate.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Reconstitution of IEBC top agenda as House resumes sittings

Senators ask Ruto to stop Adani's controversial JKIA takeover over integrity

Leaders cite concerns raised over Indian firm activities in various countries as Transport CS David Chirchir insists KAA has not yet signed an agreement with the firm.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Senators ask Ruto to stop Adani's controversial JKIA takeover over integrity

Adani and his Kenyan deals uncovered

Indian company in the spotlight over secret 30-year JKIA takeover deal is said to have spread its tentacles to the energy sector.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Adani and his Kenyan deals uncovered

Governors back Livestock Sustainability Bill, want scope widened

The Council of Governors (CoG) has supported the Livestock Sustainability Bill saying it will address critical aspects of sustainability within the livestock sector

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Governors back Livestock Sustainability Bill, want scope widened

KPA boss put to task over Sh1.4 billion tax waivers

The Kenya Ports Authority Managing Director William Ruto was had pressed to explain at least Sh1.4 billion tax waiver to clients in the last one year.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

KPA boss put to task over Sh1.4 billion tax waivers

Onyonka says State plans to silence JKIA deal whistleblower

Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka has claimed there are attempts by the government to silence the whistleblower of the controversial planned takeover of JKIA by Adani Holdings.

By Edwin Nyarangi and Patrick Beja 2 months ago

Onyonka says State plans to silence JKIA deal whistleblower

Governors reject proposal to cut counties' revenue by Sh20 billion

The Council of Governors has rejected a proposal to slash counties' equitable share from Sh400 billion to Sh380 billion

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Governors reject proposal to cut counties' revenue by Sh20 billion

Six state agencies owe Kenyans Sh56 billion in compensation

NLC has told the Senate that six state agencies owe Kenyans Sh56 billion after their land was compulsorily acquired by the government for construction of roads and other projects.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Six state agencies owe Kenyans Sh56 billion in compensation

Senate calls for audit of counties revenue amid corruption claims

Senate has called on the Office of the Auditor General to audit entities engaged by counties to collect own-source revenue

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Senate calls for audit of counties revenue amid corruption claims

NLC in a spot for withholding billions in land compensation

The National Lands Commission is on the spot for withholding funds for compensation of Kenyans displaced from their land to pave way for the construction of state projects.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

NLC in a spot for withholding billions in land compensation

Senate discusses Bill to regulate boda boda trade

The Bill seeks to introduce new provisions for the registration and operation of motorcycles used in public transport at the county level.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Senate discusses Bill to regulate boda boda trade

Give us some work to do, deputy governors plead with Senate

The deputy governors want a law put in place that defines their roles so that they don't just sit as they complain that unless the governor assigns them duties there is nothing to do

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Give us some work to do, deputy governors plead with Senate

Senate summons Ngilu over Kicotec financial statements

Senate County Public Investments and Special Funds Committee has summoned former Kitui Governor Charity Ngilu to answer audit queries over Kitui County Textile Centre.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Senate summons Ngilu over Kicotec financial statements

Gender rule: Fourteen years later, women still on the periphery

14 years after Kenyans adopted a progressive constitution, many aspirations remain unfulfilled. Women are still hoping for the two-thirds gender rule in elective positions to become a reality.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Gender rule: Fourteen years later, women still on the periphery

Three firms supplied Sh16 billion edible oil, Trade agency says

Only three companies supplied the Sh16 billion edible oil after KNTC picked them through a distinct procurement method fronted by a committee.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Three firms supplied Sh16 billion edible oil, Trade agency says

Intense night lobbying that dimmed Mwangaza

Senior Meru politicians marshalled resources to ensure Mwangaza was this time removed with women governors reportedly reaching out to President Ruto, whose allies backed the Motion.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Intense night lobbying that dimmed Mwangaza

We were paid to kick Mwangaza out, former Majority Leader says

A Member of the Meru County Assembly told the Senate that the three impeachment motions against Governor Kawira Mwangaza were politically motivated.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

We were paid to kick Mwangaza out, former Majority Leader says

Senate upholds Governor Kawira Mwangaza's impeachment

Mwangaza was found guilty of all three charges against her in a vote marred with some Senators abstaining in protest after 26 senators upheld MCAs' ouster motion.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

Senate upholds Governor Kawira Mwangaza's impeachment

MCA's evidence against Meru governor is based on lies, lawyers

Mwangaza's defence team said impeachment was a predetermined matter organised much earlier and had awaited execution.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

MCA's evidence against Meru governor is based on lies, lawyers

Senate gear up for Mwangaza's third impeachment battle

Mwangaza will be the third governor to be taken through the entire house process after former Governors Mike Sonko and Ferdinand Waititu were impeached in a similar manner

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

Senate gear up for Mwangaza's third impeachment battle

IPOA taken to task over police brutality on protesters

The Independent Policing Oversight Authority has been put to task by Parliament over its apparent ineffectiveness in protecting public rights against Kenya Police Service officers' brutality.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

IPOA taken to task over police brutality on protesters

Logistics firm seeks court orders to freeze sale of Bamburi Cement over Sh3bn compensation claim

Logistics firm Roy Hauliers Limited has moved to the High Court seeking freeze orders against the intended sale of Bamburi Cement Limited shares to Amsons Group limited.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

Logistics firm seeks court orders to freeze sale of Bamburi Cement over Sh3bn compensation claim

Invesco Assurance Company placed under statutory management

The Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) has placed Invesco Assurance Company Limited under Statutory Management as per Section 67C(2)(i) of the Insurance Act.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

Invesco Assurance Company placed under statutory management

Senators vote to hear Governor Mwangaza impeachment through plenary

Impeachment motion against Governor Kawira Mwangaza to be heard in plenary after senators vote against forming an 11-member committee to investigate her removal.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

Senators vote to hear Governor Mwangaza impeachment through plenary

How new Bill will regulate prices of essential commodities

The Bill will protect Kenyans from exploitative business practices by empowering the Finance CS to stabilise prices and prevent essential goods from becoming unaffordable.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

How new Bill will regulate prices of essential commodities

CS Miano pledges to fast-track strategies to unlock tourism potential

Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano has pledged to fast-track strategies aimed at unlocking the immense potential of Kenya's tourism sector.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

CS Miano pledges to fast-track strategies to unlock tourism potential

Government defends higher education funding model

Deputy Government Spokesman Isaac Muthuma in a statement to Media houses noted that the previous system was unsustainable, leading to challenges with service payments.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

Government defends higher education funding model

Busia county to host Senate Mashinani in September

Senators will from September 23 to 27, 2024 hold plenary and committee sittings in the border town as well as summon some Cabinet Secretaries to answer questions.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

Busia county to host Senate Mashinani in September

Senate sets date to hear Mwangaza's impeachment charges

Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza will appear before the Senate for the third time in two years since assuming office following impeachment by the county assembly.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

Senate sets date to hear Mwangaza's impeachment charges

County jobs are marred by tribalism, NCIC

34 counties have employed more than 70 per cent of their workforce from one dominant ethnic community as NCIC says tribalism in employment is very serious in the country.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

County jobs are marred by tribalism, NCIC

Puzzle of Lusaka's 352 bank accounts, 'faceless' signatories

Bungoma Finance CEC admits he doesn't know a woman named as a signatory to some accounts as the Senate committee notes some accounts were opened before the onset of devolution.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

Puzzle of Lusaka's 352 bank accounts, 'faceless' signatories

Azimio gives nod to Junet, Millie for top House positions

The Azimio Parliamentary Group has endorsed Suna East MP Junet Mohammed as National Assembly Minority Leader and Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo as the Minority Whip.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

Azimio gives nod to Junet, Millie for top House positions

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