A child rights group, Tunza Mtoto Coalition, has gone to court to challenge the government’s decision to reduce capitation funding for students from Sh22,244 to Sh16,000 annually. Speaking in Nairobi, the coalition’s executive director, Muthoni Ouko, faulted the National Treasury for what she termed as a violation of the right to education. She urged Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi to remember that education is a constitutional right and not a privilege that can be adjusted depending on budget constraints. “Every child in this country is entitled to free and compulsory basic education. That right is not negotiable, and it cannot…
Author: David Wafula
Popular Mugithi artist and police officer Samuel Muchoki, popularly known as Samidoh, has returned to Kenya days after a court stopped his arrest and directed authorities to surrender his passport. In a ruling delivered on Friday, July 25, the court granted the musician anticipatory bail of Sh200,000 and issued orders barring his arrest. The court also instructed that his passport be returned to him. Samidoh has been in the United States on what was reported to be a musical tour. He was recently spotted performing at the inaugural Ngemi Cia Ruraya Kikuyu cultural festival held in Seattle, Washington. The event…
The government has announced new minimum wheat prices for the 2025/2026 season, following consultations by the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) held between June 24–27 and on July 3, 2025. In a public notice, AFA Director General Bruno Linyiru said the highest quality wheat will fetch Sh4,750 per 90kg bag, while the second-best grade will go for Sh4,650. Other grades will be sold under a willing-buyer, willing-seller arrangement. “Minimum prices have been determined based on a study of the average cost of production, an established pricing formula, and negotiations,” said Linyiru. “The goal is to offer farmers fair compensation and…
Parliament is set to vet Pius Angasa for appointment to the Board of Directors of the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) before the long recess begins on August 15, 2025. Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang’ula delivered a formal message from President William Ruto nominating Angasa for the role. The Speaker noted that the nomination aligns with Section 11(2) of the Central Bank of Kenya Act, which mandates that directors and the chairperson of the CBK Board be appointed by the President with Parliament’s approval. “The nomination is to be considered by both Houses of Parliament. The established practice…
Machakos University Vice Chancellor Prof. Joyce Agalo has been slapped with a fine of Ksh500,000 by the Public Investments Committee on Education and Governance for submitting late responses to audit queries raised by the Office of the Auditor General. The fine is to be paid from her personal funds and handed to the Clerk of the National Assembly at the committee’s next scheduled meeting. Led by Chairperson Jack Wanami Wamboka, the committee on Thursday visited the university and inspected an incomplete tuition and office block whose construction began in July 2017. The project, initially contracted for Sh9.9 million with a…
The National Assembly’s Committee on Transport and Infrastructure has kicked off public hearings and stakeholder engagements on the proposed Public Transport (Motorcycle Regulation) Bill, 2023, which seeks to regulate the boda boda sector across the country. Chaired by Ndia MP George Kariuki, the Committee listened to presentations from various interest groups, including the Boda Boda Safety Association of Kenya (BAK) and the Digital Boda Drivers and Deliveries Association. While the Bill aims to improve safety and streamline operations in the sector, it has faced sharp criticism from riders and their representatives. During the session, the associations dismissed the Bill as…
The National Assembly’s Committee on Delegated Legislation has reviewed new regulations designed to protect Kenyan mobile users and ensure accountability among telecommunications service providers. The committee, led by Ainabkoi MP Samuel Chepkonga, met today to assess the Kenya Information and Communications Regulations (Registration of Telecommunications Service Subscribers), 2025. Broadcasting and Telecommunications Principal Secretary Stephen Isaboke appeared before the committee on behalf of Cabinet Secretary for ICT and the Digital Economy William Kabogo. He was accompanied by Communications Authority Director General David Mugonyi and other senior officials from the ministry and the regulator. PS Isaboke said the new rules aim to…
The National Assembly Committee on Sports and Culture has called on organizers of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) to strengthen crowd control plans ahead of the month-long football tournament. Committee Chairperson Dan Wanyama urged the Local Organising Committee (LOC) to open stadium gates early to avoid chaos and ensure smooth entry for fans. Speaking during a meeting with the LOC, Wanyama said delays could lead to unrest, especially given the passion of local supporters. “You are aware that Kenyan fans can be quite impatient. Any delay in opening the gates could easily lead to unrest,” he said. “For a…
The Senate Health Committee has given Kenyatta University and the Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH) until September 2025 to resolve a long-running dispute that has blocked medical students from training at the facility. The committee, which met on Thursday at Bunge Tower, addressed the impasse that has left many students struggling to find alternative placements in hospitals across Kiambu and Thika. KUTRRH Board Chairperson Senator Kembi Gitura admitted the situation was unfortunate, even though the hospital operates independently under existing laws. “I was appointed chair of a board guided by legal instruments,” Gitura said. “But I fully…
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has urged the Senate to launch urgent investigations into two recent murders at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) and the rising cost of university hostel accommodation that is pushing students into unsafe living conditions. Speaking during a Senate session on Thursday, Sifuna raised alarm over the safety of patients at KNH following two separate killings that occurred within the same hospital ward in February and July 2025. “The fact that two patients were murdered in the same ward, months apart, raises disturbing questions about the safety of our hospitals,” said Sifuna. “We may be dealing with a…
The Senate Justice, Legal Affairs and Human Rights Committee has rejected a proposal that sought to abolish the 28-day timeline within which Parliament is required to vet nominees for public appointments. The proposal was contained in the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) (Amendment) Bill, 2025, sponsored by Senator Okong’o Omogeni. It aimed to remove timelines for vetting, the automatic approval clause after time lapse, and the National Assembly’s power to extend the vetting period. Chaired by Vice-Chair Senator Veronica Maina, the committee held a heated session in which several members opposed the move, saying it could open the door for unvetted…
A new report by the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has revealed that 65 people lost their lives, while 513 others were injured during protests held in June and July 2025 across the country. According to the IPOA Monitoring Report on Police Response to Public Protests, only five of the 65 deaths were officially reported to the Authority by the National Police Service (NPS), raising concerns about accountability. “The failure to notify IPOA of deaths undermines independent oversight, violates legal reporting obligations, and signals a worrying culture of non-compliance. Out of the 65 documented fatalities, the Authority has attended 61…
Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has released the final 25-man squad set to represent Kenya at the 8th edition of the African Nations Championship (CHAN), which will be held from August 2 to 30 in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Zanzibar. This marks Kenya’s debut appearance in the tournament, and McCarthy has assembled a mix of seasoned players and young talent with hopes of making a strong impression on the continental stage. Goalkeepers Faruk Shikhalo, Sebastian Wekesa, and Byrne Omondi have been selected to guard the posts. In defence, team captain Aboud Omar will lead a solid backline that includes…
The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has reopened its application portal for 28 medical courses at the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) for the September 2025 intake. In a notice released on Wednesday, July 23, KMTC announced that these courses were still available after the initial application period closed on July 7. The institution is now calling on interested students to apply before the new deadline, which is in six days. “Attention future health heroes, the KUCCPS Portal is now open for KMTC Course Applications! Your journey to becoming a healthcare professional starts here,” the notice read.…
The Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport, Davis Chirchir, has assured the National Assembly that the government is making progress in clearing pending bills to facilitate the completion of stalled road projects across the country. Speaking during a House session on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, Chirchir revealed that many contractors had downed their tools due to delayed payments, causing significant disruptions in ongoing road works. “Contractors halted work because of liquidity challenges caused by pending bills,” said the CS, while addressing questions from Members of Parliament on incomplete roads in their constituencies. He told the House that 40% of the…