Speaker of the National Assembly, Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Moses Wetang’ula joined thousands of mourners who gathered at the proposed Nyandarua University grounds in Nyandarua County for a memorial service in honour of the late Ol Kalou MP, Hon. David Njuguna Kiaraho.

The solemn service was attended by H.E President William Ruto, Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki, other leaders, clergy, and members of the public. It offered an opportunity to pay last respects to the late MP.

The Supplementary Appropriation Bill, 2026, has been signed into law. The Bill now Act seeks to align spending with emerging priorities, including security operations, education needs, healthcare funding, and infrastructure development.

The increase represents a 9.1 per cent rise from the original budget of KSh4.301 trillion. Of the additional funds, KSh363.8 billion will go to the National Government, while KSh29.2 billion is allocated to Consolidated Fund Services.

Members of the National Assembly have this afternoon paid glowing tribute to the late Ol Kalou Member of Parliament, Hon. David Njuguna Kiaraho, following his untimely demise, with Members honouring his legacy of service, professionalism, and dedication to the people.

The House commenced tributes with a moment of silence in honour of the departed legislator.

The Cabinet Secretary for National Treasury Hon. John Mbadi has assured the Committee on Finance and National Planning that there is no cause for alarm on the Kenyan economy even as the ongoing war in the Middle East threatens to dampen global growth prospects.

He was speaking when he appeared before the Committee to apprise the lawmakers on the policy responses the government was undertaking to cushion Kenyans from economic shocks as a result of the war.

WHEREAS, Article 118(1) (b) of the Constitution requires Parliament to facilitate public participation and involvement in the legislative and other business of Parliament and its Committees;