Women lawmakers in Kenya have called for stronger use of research and data in shaping laws and policies. The call was made by members of the Kenya Women Parliamentary Association (KEWOPA) during a high-level panel discussion on evidence-informed policymaking held in Nairobi. The forum, organized by KEWOPA in partnership with IDinsight—a global research and data analytics organization—brought together MPs from both the National Assembly and the Senate to discuss the role of evidence in making better decisions on issues such as health, technology, and inclusive development. Speaking on behalf of KEWOPA Chairperson and Kajiado MP Leah Sankaire, Teso South MP…
Author: David Wafula
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos has defended the government’s decision to switch capitation disbursements from the National Education Management Information System (NEMIS) to a new platform, Kenya Education Management Information System (KEMIS), amid growing concerns over delayed funding to schools. Speaking before the National Assembly’s Committee on Education, CS Migos was taken to task by MPs who warned that the delays were threatening the delivery of free and compulsory education across the country. The meeting came after Kathiani MP Robert Mbui raised concerns about serious underfunding in public schools. He said that during the first term of 2025, schools only…
A growing scandal over illegal organ harvesting in the North Rift region has taken a new turn, with fresh claims that Mediheal Group of Hospitals was not the only facility involved. Investigations now reveal a wider criminal network made up of rogue doctors, brokers, and poorly regulated private clinics. Nandi Hills MP Benard Kitur, who blew the whistle on the scandal, told the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Health that the syndicate has operated for years, targeting poor and desperate people in remote villages. Kitur said that vulnerable youth were tricked with promises of big payouts or lied to about…
The government is working to ensure both refugees and host communities benefit from development, Immigration and Citizen Services Principal Secretary Dr. Belio Kipsang has said. Dr. Kipsang appeared before the National Assembly’s Committee on Regional Development on Thursday to update MPs on the implementation of the Shirika Plan—a national strategy aimed at transforming Kenya’s refugee camps into integrated and self-sustaining communities. The plan, launched by President William Ruto on March 28, 2025, seeks to gradually phase out traditional refugee camps in Kakuma and Dadaab and replace them with permanent settlements that offer services such as education, healthcare, housing, and job…
The Governor of the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), Dr. Kamau Thugge, was on Monday turned away by the National Assembly’s Committee on National Cohesion and Equal Opportunity after failing to present the required documents to support his report. Dr. Thugge had appeared before the Committee to answer questions about ethnic diversity and equal opportunity practices at the Central Bank. However, the Committee, chaired by Mandera West MP Adan Yussuf Haji, stopped the session after finding that the CBK boss had not included necessary evidence in his submission. “After carefully reviewing your presentation, the Committee has established that your report…
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has built a modern mosque in Garissa Ndogo, Garissa County, in memory of his late parents. The mosque, named Masjid Al-Abrar, was officially opened on Arafa Day. “On this blessed Day of Arafa, my family and I had the honour of officially opening Masjid Al-Abrar, a modern mosque built in Garissa Ndogo, Garissa County, in memory of our late parents,” said Duale during the ceremony. The mosque has been constructed on the same land where the CS and his family were raised. It features a large prayer hall for men, a dedicated section for women…
Kenya has been ranked as the leading country in Africa for Information and Communication Technology (ICT) regulation by a United Nations agency. The latest report by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) shows that Kenya scored 93 points in the 2024 ICT Regulatory Tracker, up from 92 points in 2023. This puts Kenya ahead of Nigeria, which came second with 92 points, and South Africa, which was ranked third with 88 points. Other African countries that made it to the top 10 include Malawi, Egypt, Rwanda, Morocco, Uganda, Burkina Faso, and Senegal. Globally, Kenya was ranked 20th out of 194 countries,…
Land disputes continue to be the leading cause of insecurity in the country, Principal Secretary for Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development Nixon Korir has told Members of Parliament. Appearing before the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security, chaired by Narok West MP Gabriel Tongoyo, PS Korir was responding to concerns over the recent unrest in the Angata Barrikoi area. The tensions have been linked to a long-standing conflict over a large piece of land in the region. Korir said the Ministry had formed a multi-agency task force to deal with land fraud and prevent similar…
Parliament has officially been presented with the national budget estimates for the 2025/2026 Financial Year, with a proposed total expenditure of Sh4.239 trillion. The report was tabled by the Chairperson of the Budget and Appropriations Committee, Hon. Samuel Atandi (Alego Usonga), alongside a medium-term outlook that aims to balance development goals with fiscal responsibility. Out of the total expenditure, Sh1.79 trillion has been earmarked for recurrent expenditure to cater for government operations, including payment of public service salaries and essential services. Development spending will take up Sh707.8 billion, focusing on infrastructure, economic empowerment, and enhancing service delivery. Additionally, Sh1.337 trillion…
The newly appointed Principal Secretary for the State Department for Broadcasting and Telecommunications, Stephen Isaboke, has called for stronger cybersecurity in government-owned digital platforms and systems. Speaking during a familiarisation visit to the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), PS Isaboke stressed the need to protect Kenya’s digital infrastructure as the country embraces a digital economy. “It is a fact now that cybersecurity remains the bedrock for a secure digital economy. We must ensure that the platforms and networks enabling access to e-Government services, e-commerce, and connecting workers and employers, are protected from cyber threats,” he said. Isaboke was received by…
The National Assembly’s Public Investments Committee on Social Services, Administration and Agriculture has raised serious concerns about how Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH) is handling its finances. The committee, chaired by Navakholo MP Emmanuel Wangwe, met with KUTRRH officials to discuss audit queries flagged by the Auditor-General for the 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 financial years. Acting CEO Dr. Zainab Gura led the hospital team, which faced tough questions about how the hospital disposed of expired stock, handled unpaid patient bills, and overspent its budget. One of the issues involved Sh15.1 million worth of personal protective equipment (PPEs) donated…
The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) has come under sharp scrutiny from Parliament after it emerged that private individuals may have illegally taken some of its land in Mlolongo. The National Assembly’s Public Investments Committee on Commercial Affairs and Energy has now directed KCAA to urgently secure title deeds for all its land. This follows revelations that 11 parcels of land under the authority’s management have been irregularly allocated. The committee, chaired by Pokot South MP David Pkosing, raised the issue during a session reviewing KCAA’s audited accounts for the 2018/2019 to 2021/2022 financial years. KCAA Director General Emile Arao…
Julian Lennon, the son of legendary Beatle John Lennon, has carved out his own path in the world of music and film—building a net worth of approximately $50 million. While he will always be associated with the fame of his father, Julian has made significant strides in the creative industry through his own talent, resilience, and business ventures. Julian Lennon Net Worth $50 Million Date of Birth April 8, 1963 Place of Birth Liverpool, England Nationality Brits Early Life Born John Charles Julian Lennon on April 8, 1963, in Liverpool, England, Julian was the only child from John Lennon’s first…
John Terry, one of England’s most iconic footballers, boasts a net worth of $70 million. Best known for his long-standing role as captain of Chelsea Football Club, Terry’s financial success is a reflection of his illustrious football career, endorsements, and recent ventures in coaching and real estate. John Terry Net Worth $70 Million Date of Birth December 7, 1980 Place of Birth Barking, East London Nationality Brits Profession Footballer A Titan in Defense Born on December 7, 1980, in Barking, East London, John Terry rose through the ranks of Chelsea’s youth academy to become one of the most successful defenders…
John Lydon, famously known as Johnny Rotten, has a net worth of $500,000. Despite being one of the most recognizable figures in punk rock history, his wealth reflects a complex career marked by rebellion, controversy, and an unwavering dedication to artistic freedom over commercial gain. John Lydon Net Worth $500,000 Date of Birth January 31, 1956 Place of Birth London Nationality Brits Rise to Fame with the Sex Pistols Born on January 31, 1956, in London, Lydon became a countercultural icon as the lead singer of the Sex Pistols. The band burst onto the music scene in the mid-1970s and…