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Edwin Nyarangi

MP sounds alarm over blood testing kits shortage

Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia says Kenya National Blood Transfusion Service has been facing an acute shortage of essential testing kits used for blood donation.

MP sounds alarm over blood testing kits shortage

CS Muuga takes the heat over Thwake dam delay

CS Muuga takes the heat over Thwake dam delay

Kagwe reports rise in tea export earnings

Kagwe reports rise in tea export earnings

EACC under fire over Sh1.5B headquarters renovation plan

EACC under fire over Sh1.5B headquarters renovation plan

Nyakango decries funding cut as State plans to clear pending bills

Auditor General says her office had lost nearly a billion shilling in state funding.She, however, said the government is committed to pay over Sh704 billion pending bills.

Nyakango decries funding cut as State plans to clear pending bills

EACC CEO in a spot over handling of corruption cases

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has been taken to task by the Senate over the slow pace of corruption cases it is handling in National and County Governments.

EACC CEO in a spot over handling of corruption cases

Kabogo taken to task over KBC's Sh108 billion debts

ICT CS William Kabogo has come under scrutiny from MPs over his request for an increase in budget allocation amid Sh108.8 billion in pending bills at KBC.

Kabogo taken to task over KBC's Sh108 billion debts

Laikipia North residents appeal to President Ruto to waive accrued land rates

The residents of Laikipia North Sub County have appealed to Ruto to waive accrued land rates which have ballooned due to persistent drought.

Laikipia North residents appeal to President Ruto to waive accrued land rates

Onyonka seeks answers on Sh1.3T withdrawn from the exchequer

Onyonka wants the Senate to be informed of the efforts made to prevent such withdrawals in the future and ensure total automation of the exchequer process.

Onyonka seeks answers on Sh1.3T withdrawn from the exchequer

Senator Onyonka demands answers over withdrawal of Sh1.3 trillion by State

Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka now wants the government to explain the unauthorized withdrawal of Sh 1.3 trillion from the National Treasury between July 12, 2024 and February 20, 2025.

Senator Onyonka demands answers over withdrawal of Sh1.3 trillion by State

We have set aside Sh40 million to tackle floods, assures Murkomen

The government has set aside Sh40 million for disaster and emergence response ahead of the start of the long rains, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has said.

We have set aside Sh40 million to tackle floods, assures Murkomen

Mbadi says 85 programmes will be affected by Trump's order

Treasury CS John Mbadi says 85 programmes valued at Sh52.2 billion supported by US government will be affected by an executive order issued by President Donald Trump stopping foreign aid.

Mbadi says 85 programmes will be affected by Trump's order

Wahome, Hinga taken to task over affordable housing

Senators wanted to know why the affordable housing projects were being done on government land, some which did not have title deeds.

Wahome, Hinga taken to task over affordable housing

Gathungu says MPs have final say on her SHA ownership report

Auditor General says there was no effectiveness on the use of public resources. Says she can’t give recommendations to Parliament on the way forward.

Gathungu says MPs have final say on her SHA ownership report

Cost of electricity to rise, Wandayi says

Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi said the inclusion of wayleave charges in the energy bills would increase the cost of electricity by up to 30 per cent.

Cost of electricity to rise, Wandayi says

Sakaja regrets garbage dumping as two senior officials interdicted

Governor Sakaja has condemned condemns ‘primitive’ garbage dumping at Stima Plaza and vowed disciplinary action against those found culpable.

Sakaja regrets garbage dumping as two senior officials interdicted

Kara calls for cybercrime law review, cites threats

Residents lobby says Act targets individuals seen as state critics or political opponents. Aden proposes bill to ban online terror, extremist content.

Kara calls for cybercrime law review, cites threats

Senators take on Barasa over SHA failures, demand value for money

Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa Wednesday came under attack from senators who accused her of failing to address concerns on the Social Health Authority, exposing patients to suffering.

Senators take on Barasa over SHA failures, demand value for money

Senate reduces Orwoba's suspension to 30 days

The Senate has revised its previous resolution to suspend Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba. The suspension period has been reduced from 79 days to 30 days.

Senate reduces Orwoba's suspension to 30 days

Raila Ruto allies win senate Committees leadership

Allies of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have been kicked out of Senate committees leadership as allies of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and President Ruto took charge.

Raila Ruto allies win senate Committees leadership

Why Uhuru and Raila will likely determine Ruto's re-election bid

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga will most likely play the role of kingmakers during the 2027 General Election.

Why Uhuru and Raila will likely determine Ruto's re-election bid

Boda boda riders face stringent rules, fines in new Bill

The draft law, sponsored by Senate Majority Whip Boni Khalwale, has proposed the introduction of new provisions for registration, operation and safety at the county level.

Boda boda riders face stringent rules, fines in new Bill

IGRTC says more state agencies with duplicating functions to be dissolved

IGRTC has revealed that more State agencies with duplicating functions that are devolved are on the verge of being dissolved or merged with the relevant institutions.

IGRTC says more state agencies with duplicating functions to be dissolved

Ruto men push for Raila to get position of PM

The push by Kenya Kwanza loyalists aims to accommodate the former premier in Ruto’s government. They want the Constitution amended to create the position.

Ruto men push for Raila to get position of PM

Your days are numbered; Senate warns 'corrupt' governors

The Senate oversight committees have warned corrupt governors that they will be held responsible for the theft of billions of shillings in public funds.

Your days are numbered; Senate warns 'corrupt' governors

Gachagua allies, Ruto critics kicked out of Senate committees

Allies of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and critics of President William Ruto, have been removed from leadership positions and membership of Senate committees.

Gachagua allies, Ruto critics kicked out of Senate committees

Senate drama as Azimio, Kenya Kwanza clash over majority status

The battle over who holds the majority and minority positions in Parliament has now spilled over to the Senate following the recent High Court ruling declaring Azimio the majority.

Senate drama as Azimio, Kenya Kwanza clash over majority status

Privileges Senator Orwoba will lose following suspension

The decision by the Senate has reduced Orwoba suspension from the house for six months as it had been ordered one year ago

Privileges Senator Orwoba will lose following suspension

Eyes on House as MPs react to Majority ruling

Focus will be on the National Assembly as it resumes its sittings this afternoon following a court ruling that declared Azimio la Umoja coalition as the majority party in the House.

Eyes on House as MPs react to Majority ruling

Embu Governor Mbarire says she inherited Sh2.2 billion pending bills

Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire has told the Senate that her administration inherited Sh2.2 billion pending bills from the previous regime.

Embu Governor Mbarire says she inherited Sh2.2 billion pending bills

Kalonzo steers Azimio's quest for dominance in the legislature

As Parliament reconvenes, the political landscape is set for a shift with Azimio set to challenge Kenya Kwanza’s majority status.

Kalonzo steers Azimio's quest for dominance in the legislature

Will Kalonzo Musyoka fire last political bullet in 2027?

Kalonzo, 71, will most probably be firing his last political bullet in a do-or-die battle with President William Ruto.

Will Kalonzo Musyoka fire last political bullet in 2027?

Uhuru: Rwanda, DRC hold key to Goma deadlock

Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta says the current crisis in eastern Congo can be brought to an end through close coordination between the governments of Congo DRC and Rwanda.

Uhuru: Rwanda, DRC hold key to Goma deadlock

Duale reflects on highs and lows as Cabinet Secretary

Duale: I am always ready and available to the President to assign me to whatever docket he deems fit for my profile.

Duale reflects on highs and lows as Cabinet Secretary

Ministry of Water on the spot over non completion of multibillion shillings' projects

The Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation has been taken to task by parliament over the slow implementation and stalling of various multibillion shillings’ projects across the country.

Ministry of Water on the spot over non completion of multibillion shillings' projects

Senators to discuss revenue formula, Taifa Care during retreat

The Senators will be discussing members’ welfare including the Post-Service Medical Scheme and Pension Scheme and services and facilities for MPs.

Senators to discuss revenue formula, Taifa Care during retreat

Did Mudavadi err in joining Ruto's UDA party or is it masterstroke?

Mudavadi is positioning himself to succeed Ruto after his second term ends in 2032.

Did Mudavadi err in joining Ruto's UDA party or is it masterstroke?

Governor Kawira, County Public Service Board clash in Senate over hiring

The tussle between Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza and the County Public Service Board over the hiring of more than 600 employees reared its ugly head before the Senate.

Governor Kawira, County Public Service Board clash in Senate over hiring

Kenyans are tired of you, Kalonzo tells Ruto

Kalonzo Musyoka has said that Kenyans are tired of President William Ruto's leadership since he has not delivered on the promises he made to them.

Kenyans are tired of you, Kalonzo tells Ruto

Ruto and Raila losing their political grip in Gusiiland

Ruto and Odinga are appearing to be losing their political grip in Gusiiland with the region now clamoring to have its own political party to galvanize the region.

Ruto and Raila losing their political grip in Gusiiland

Ruto and Raila plan to control parliament for the next two years

Speaker Moses Wetangula chairs the powerful House Business Committee the same with Senate Speaker Amason Kingi who chairs the Senate House Business Committee.

Ruto and Raila plan to control parliament for the next two years

Ruto yet to name Gender Cabinet Secretary five months later

The current government has been without a substantive Cabinet Secretary for the docket of gender for over five months now.

Ruto yet to name Gender Cabinet Secretary five months later

Why President Ruto is an angry man

President William Ruto is an angry man. His anger is demonstrated by the tone of his public speeches, the choice of words, and targets.

Why President Ruto is an angry man

Kalonzo blasts Ruto over early campaigns

President William Ruto has embarked on early and premature campaigns for the 2027 elections in the guise of uniting Kenyans, Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has said.

Kalonzo blasts Ruto over early campaigns

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