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MPs want former NHIF boss, staff arrested over loss of public funds

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-10-01 06:00:00

MPs say cost of a car park project rose from Sh970 million to Sh3.9 billion.

With 136 infants dead, MPs want Wamatangi to surrender docket to national government

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-10-03 11:30:00

The Lawmakers called on the National Government to take over the health functions in the county over a deepening health crisis that has seen 136 children die so far.

Pastors' petition to regulate Bible Studies divides House

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-10-05 07:00:00

A petition lodged at the National Assembly to regulate the proliferation of theological institutions and Bible schools has left the House ideologically split.

Assets authority in the spot over Sh27.6 billion

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-10-09 13:08:11

A report reveals that the Authority is holding Sh57.6 billion and criticizes it for denying the rightful owners' access to their assets.

Baba's last lap: Thousands honor Raila's life of service

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-10-18 06:00:00

Even in death, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga commanded the stage.

Cybercrime law not out to muzzle dissent, Bill a victim of falsehoods says Dagoreti MP Kiarie

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-10-23 16:14:36

Dagoretti South MP John Kiarie yesterday termed the ongoing debate on the same online as being premised on falsehoods.

Why cyber law is a tool to silence Gen Z's bold online activism

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-10-25 07:00:00

Former AG argues amendments target activists exposing government wrongs. President Ruto defends the law, says it will protect against cybercrime and online fraud.

KANU unveils candidate for Kariobangi North MCA seat

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-10-25 16:27:11

Kenya’s independence party KANU has embarked on a reinvigoration drive ahead of the by-elections slated for November 27.

Post-Raila reality: ODM fights for survival as Ruto plots Cabinet reshuffle

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-10-28 07:10:00

A looming Cabinet reshuffle, a crisis meeting of the ODM party, and the silence of the Opposition continue to shape Kenya’s political landscape following the death of Raila Odinga.

Confusion as CS Duale appears in Parliament for grilling over SHA

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-10-29 12:00:29

Duale was set to appear before the Departmental Committee on Health to deliberate on the way forward following the committee’s recommendations arising from the report on the assessment of SHA.

Bill to curb maternal, child deaths nears approval in Parliament

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-10-30 06:00:00

A Bill seeking to address maternal and child deaths is inching closer to approval by Parliament.

Why State will spend Sh4.2b on printing IDs

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-10-31 07:00:00

Government to issue three million new IDs and renew three million others.

Why exit of Raila Odinga sets stage for high stakes

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-11-02 12:23:15

President William Ruto is being received by Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa at Kakamega Airstrip. [Benard Lusigi, Standard]

Hope for childless women as MPs pass bill on surrogacy

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-11-06 15:16:34

Once the Bill is approved, women wishing to become surrogate mothers will only do so three times.

MPs raise red flag as wildlife compensation claims backlog hits Sh3.5b

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-11-08 06:40:00

Lawmakers have raised a red flag over the surging backlog of human-wildlife compensation claims further highlighting the continued plight of Kenyans who are victims. 

Kindiki meets MPs amid by-election, unity push

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-11-13 06:00:00

The meeting, which focused on the political unification of Mt Kenya East and Mt Kenya West, also addressed the looming by-elections slated for November 27.

Chaos as House passes State Enterprises Bill

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-11-14 00:00:00

Deputy Minority leader Robert Mbui and Embakasi South MP Julius Mawathe were each suspended from the House.

Why MPs want SHA, health services overhauled

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-11-15 07:10:00

According to a report by the National Assembly’s Health Committee, SHA has been bedeviled by systematic challenges which  continue to hamper operations across health facilities

Why troubled Ruto is not sleeping easy

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-11-16 14:00:00

Raila’s demise has sparked a falling out within the rank and file of ODM, birthing two forces -each trying to chart the party’s political future

Why Sh12.6 billion under Hustler Fund may have been lost

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-11-19 08:20:00

Parliament has expressed fears that Sh12.6 billion issued out to Kenyans under the Hustler Fund programme may have been lost.