The Public Petitions Committee of the National Assembly is set to engage the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) over how hardship zones are identified across the country. This comes after concerns were raised that teachers in Mwala and Kalama sub-counties of Machakos are unfairly excluded from the hardship allowance, despite facing challenges similar to those in neighbouring regions. The Committee, chaired by Kitui West MP Edith Nyenze, reached the decision during a session prompted by a petition from the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) Machakos branch. The petition was presented by Mwala MP Vincent Musyoka. “As a Committee,…
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Labour Cabinet Secretary Dr. Alfred Mutua has blamed Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka for the slow pace of development in the Ukambani region, accusing him of using poverty as a political tool to maintain control over the local population. The former Machakos Governor claimed that underdevelopment in Ukambani, compared to other regions like Nyanza, Mt. Kenya, and North Eastern, is not accidental but part of a “Political Poverty Strategy” (PPS) allegedly promoted by Kalonzo. According to Mutua, the PPS is a political approach aimed at keeping communities poor and dependent, making it easier for certain leaders to present themselves as…
More than 57,000 printed passports remain uncollected at various centres across the country, the Principal Secretary for Immigration and Citizen Services, Dr. Belio Kipsang, has disclosed. Speaking during a visit by the National Assembly Committee on Regional Integration led by Chairperson Irene Mayaka, Dr. Kipsang said the government had made major strides in passport processing, but many applicants had not picked up their documents. “In 2024 alone, we issued 621,805 passports and have successfully streamlined the issuance process. However, as of June 9, 2025, we still have 57,334 passports that are yet to be collected, despite notifying applicants through text…
The National Assembly Committee on Environment, Forestry and Mining has summoned Principal Secretary Gitonga Mugambi and Cabinet Secretary Dr. Deborah M. Barasa to appear before it on June 19, 2025, after they failed to attend two scheduled meetings. The committee, chaired by Baringo South MP and Vice Chairperson Charles Kamuren, is seeking answers on two key issues: the controversial construction of a hotel inside Ngong Forest and the undervaluation of forest land at Moi International Airport in Eldoret. According to Kamuren, the committee had invited the PS to explain why the value of the Eldoret land was reported as Sh500…
The National Assembly is considering more changes to the Tea (Amendment) Bill, 2023, which seeks to revise the Tea Act to allow direct sales of tea, improve payment of tea proceeds, and address related matters. On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, the National Assembly Committee on Agriculture and Livestock held a stakeholder engagement meeting chaired by Vice-Chairperson Brighton Yegon (Konoin MP). Several tea industry players presented their views on the Bill, which originated from the Senate. The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA), led by Chairperson Chege Kirundi, was the first to make its submission. KTDA opposed a clause in the Bill—Section…
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has assured striking Universal Health Coverage (UHC) workers that Parliament is committed to addressing their grievances through legislative and budgetary support. Speaking on Tuesday during a meeting with officials from the Kenya National Union of Medical Laboratory Officers (KNUMLO) at Parliament Buildings, Wetang’ula said he understands the concerns of the workers and emphasized that the National Assembly is actively working to help resolve them. “I received a petition from the striking UHC workers and immediately instructed the National Assembly Committee on Health to allocate funds in the 2025/26 budget to respond to their concerns,” said…
The Ministry of Health has confirmed that the Mpox virus has spread to new counties outside the Northern Transport Corridor, including Kisii and Kirinyaga, as the number of reported cases reaches 137. Through a statement on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni said the virus has now been detected in 17 counties across the country. Busia leads with 48 confirmed cases, followed by Mombasa (37), Nakuru (16), and Makueni (10). Nairobi has five cases, while Kajiado and Bungoma each have three. aita Taveta, Kericho, and Kilifi have reported two cases each. Other counties affected include Kiambu, Uasin…
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has broken his silence following the death of teacher and social media influencer Albert Omondi Ojwang, who died while in police custody. Ojwang was arrested on Saturday, June 7, in Homa Bay over what police described as a “derogatory” post on X (formerly Twitter). He was transferred to Nairobi and detained at Central Police Station. According to police, he harmed himself in the cell and later died at Mbagathi Hospital on Sunday morning. His death has sparked nationwide outrage. Raila condemned the incident, questioning why Ojwang was transported from Homa Bay to Nairobi and who…
The Senate Committee on County Public Investments and Special Funds on Monday put Siaya Governor James Orengo on the spot over serious audit concerns raised about Sibo Water and Sanitation Company Limited and Siaya County Referral Hospital. Chaired by Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi, the session focused on financial irregularities and operational gaps flagged in the Auditor-General’s 2023/2024 report. One of the major issues discussed was the 13-year-old unresolved land ownership dispute at Siaya County Referral Hospital. Senator Raphael Chimera strongly condemned the delay, saying: “A facility this critical lacking basic land ownership documents for over a decade is unacceptable. Immediate…
The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has announced vacancies for assessors to help evaluate KCSE 2025 oral and practical papers scheduled between June 10 and July 30, 2025. In a public notice issued on Tuesday, June 10, KNEC said the assessors will be responsible for evaluating subjects that require practical or oral assessment. Teachers and tutors already listed in KNEC’s database of assessors have been advised not to apply again. Eligible applicants must be registered teachers with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), hold a diploma or higher qualification, be aged 50 years and below, and specialize in any of the…
Several government agencies have announced job openings, inviting qualified Kenyans to apply for positions across different departments. The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) is seeking to fill seven positions. In a public notice released on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, the agency listed vacancies for Assistant Deputy Director of Partnerships and Resource Mobilization, Assistant Deputy Director of Business Tourism and Events, a Marketing Officer for the regional market, a Public Relations Officer, and two positions for Marketing Officer – Social Media. Interested applicants can find full details about the jobs and application procedures on KTB’s website: www.ktb.go.ke/vacancies. All applications must be submitted…
Kenya Power, in partnership with Galaxy Auctioneers, has announced a public auction of various used items, including motor vehicles, motorcycles, plant machinery, tyres, used batteries, spare parts, and oil. The auction will take place on Thursday, June 26, and Friday, June 27, 2025, at Kenya Power’s Transport Depot in Ruaraka, near KCA University along Thika Road. The auction will begin at 10:00 a.m. on both days. Items on sale include SUVs and saloon cars, Toyota Land Cruisers, double and single cabin pickups, a groove crane, a compressor, and a large number of Yamaha and Honda motorcycles. Also on offer are…
The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has announced a nationwide crackdown on unlicensed medical and dental practitioners operating in the country. In a public notice issued on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, KMPDC CEO Dr. David Kariuki warned that it is a serious offence to employ or engage any medical, dental, or community oral health practitioner who is not registered and licensed by the Council. “Employing or engaging any practitioner, whether a Kenyan or a foreign national, without KMPDC registration and licensing is illegal,” said Dr. Kariuki. “Foreign practitioners must only operate at the location specified in their license.…
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has condemned what it calls a worrying rise in extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances across the country, following the controversial death of popular social media influencer Albert Omondi Ojwang’ in police custody. In a statement issued on Monday evening at Parliament Buildings, ODM lawmakers, led by Minority Whip Hon. Millie Odhiambo and Seme MP Dr. James Nyikal, said Ojwang’s death reflects a deepening crisis of police brutality in Kenya. “This is not just a tragic incident. It is a chilling reminder of state violence against citizens,” said Dr. Nyikal, who read the joint statement. “Albert…
Three people, including a police officer, were arrested on Saturday night after they were found vandalising high-voltage underground electricity cables near Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi. The cables are a major power supply line serving Ragati and Nairobi West substations, which provide electricity to key areas including Upper Hill, Kenyatta National Hospital, Community, South C, Nairobi West, Madaraka, parts of South B, Industrial Area, Lang’ata Road, Ngumo Estate, Mbagathi Hospital and KEMRI. The damage has also affected power backup systems meant to serve the Nairobi City Centre and surrounding areas in case of outages. The arrested individuals have been identified as…