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Irene Githinji

How KQ's Sh387b dream crashed before takeoff

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-01 06:00:00

Project Mawingu, launched in 2012, was expected to push KQ into a global airline with 119 destinations by 2021.

EAC in financial mess as members fail to meet obligations

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-01 08:23:48

East Africa Legislative Assembly has been unable to hold formal sessions, while many other functions have been underfunded.

Matiang'i factor as Uhuru enters the fray ahead of 2027 elections

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-02 06:00:00

Despite former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s backing, questions arise on whether Matiang’i will marshal the support he needs especially from Mt Kenya because there is also Gachagua.

KPC planned sale gets House's nod amid opposition from some MPs

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-02 06:00:00

The process of offloading 65 per cent of the Kenya Pipeline Company shareholding moved a notch higher after the National Assembly approved privatisation of the company.

When the health of political leaders is a public matter

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-06 06:30:00

On Sunday morning, Raila Odinga office issued a statement dispelling what they termed as misinformation on the former Prime Minister’s health.

Ruto, Raila allies dominate list of nominees for national honours

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-07 20:30:47

Among the nominees are senators, MPs, and parliamentary staff recommended for recognition under different categories.

Why county wants Tsavo East and West parks status changed

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-08 11:37:18

Taita Taveta County Government has petitioned Parliament to re-categorise Tsavo East and Tsavo West national parks so as to manage and get a share of revenue collected from the facilities.

Petition against delivery of original marriage papers

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-08 11:47:42

Petitioners want MPs to push for revocation of a policy requiring licensed ministers of faith to physically deliver original marriage certificates to the Registrar of Marriages in Nairobi.

CS Kagwe roots for revival of fibre crops

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-09 12:09:27

Kagwe, who appeared before the National Assembly Committee on Delegated Legislation, said the regulations will be critical in unlocking the full potential of fibre crops.

Mps accuse KTDA of incompetence, want an ad hoc committee established

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-09 13:37:28

MPs from the West of Rift tea-growing region have decried a drop in bonuses recorded this year and called out the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) over its alleged inefficiency.

Government blames global market for low tea bonuses, unveils quality lab plan

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-10 09:31:10

Ronoh said the Government is establishing a Tea Quality Analysis Laboratory in Mombasa to provide a scientific method of valuing tea and validate the quality and safety of Kenyan tea.

MPs demand an explanation of HSNP

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-10 11:03:59

A parliamentary committee has expressed concerns over persistent delays in disbursing funds under the Hunger Safety Net Programme (HSNP).

Muturi: Privatisation plan is plunder disguised as reform

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-13 08:00:00

Former AG Justin Muturi says the plan appears to be an effort to make State corporations efficient and profitable but what emerges is the systematic looting of strategic national assets.

How Ruto is using divide-and-rule tactics to tear into opposition

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-14 08:15:00

United opposition leaders have condemned what they term President William Ruto’s alleged attempts to divide and destabilise them ahead of his 2027 re-election bid.

Learning institutions in the spot over caution money and overpaid fees

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-14 11:34:11

Learning institutions are expected to remit caution money and overpaid fees that remain unclaimed for a period exceeding two years after successful completion of studies.

Mps accuse Ogamba of misleading House on capitation

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-15 08:55:00

Parliament has summoned Education CS Julius Ogamba over delayed school capitation. MPs are demanding answers as exams approach and institutions face crippling financial constraints.

UoN tops list as new audit exposes unclaimed billions in universities

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-15 06:00:00

Auditor reveals institutions holding Sh2.6b in caution money, overpaid student fees. She urges stricter compliance of the law and protection of unclaimed financial assets.

MPs to pay tribute to Raila led by Speaker Wetang'ula

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-16 00:00:00

A somber mood engulfed Parliament buildings on Wednesday when legislators received news of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s demise.

Inside new computer and land use laws

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-16 08:20:00

Early on Wednesday morning before the country received the news of demise of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, President William Ruto assented into law,eight Bills passed by the National Assembly.

Tears, tributes as Raila's journey ends at Nyayo

By Irene Githinji   2025-10-18 06:00:00

The country came to a standstill as millions of Kenyans glued themselves to television screens to follow the State funeral of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga at Nyayo National Stadium.