A Bill seeking to protect consumers and promote competition in the telecom sector is before the National Assembly.  

Members of the National Assembly debated the Kenya Information and Communications (Amendment) Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 52 of 2022)  which is at the second reading stage.  

Legislators have voiced concerns about an impending food security crisis, citing plummeting maize prices during the ongoing harvest season. 

In a session held on 17^th October 2024, Hon. David Kiplagat (Soy) expressed alarm over the reduced budget allocation for strategic food reserves in the 2024/2025 budget, which he believes puts the country at risk of food insecurity.  

North Horr MP Hon. Adhe Guyo has called on the government to implement sustainable solutions to alleviate the devastating impacts of recurring drought and hunger in northern Kenya. 

Constituency offices will now be used as venues for public participation exercises, National Assembly Clerk Mr. Samuel Njoroge has said.

Mr. Njoroge made the remarks during the retreat in Naivasha, noting that mechanisms are being put in place to facilitate the plan.

National Assembly Speaker, Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Moses Wetang’ula has urged the House leadership to give priority to pending legislative business as the year comes to an end.

Speaking on Monday at the during the House leadership retreat in Naivasha, Speaker Wetang’ula emphasized the need to ensure House business was completed on time.

Members of the National Assembly have approved the Mediated Version of the Sugar Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 34 of 2022), which seeks to revitalize Kenya’s sugar industry.  

Addressing the House on 17th October 2024, Hon. Emmanuel Wangwe, Chairperson of the Mediation Committee on the Sugar Bill said, “This Bill introduces comprehensive reforms, including the establishment of the Kenya Sugar Board, designed to regulate, develop, and promote the industry. It also defines sugar catchment areas.”