The National Assembly’s Committee on Public Petition heard submissions from the Ministry of Roads and Transport, the Ministry of Agriculture, and the Statehouse Comptroller regarding a petition on the Funds spent contrary to Article 223 of the Constitution.

On Wednesday, 26th April 2023, the Prime Cabinet Secretary, Rt. Hon. Musalia Mudavadi, will be appearing before the National Assembly to answer questions regarding the steps being taken to reduce the cost of essential goods and fuel, and to address the decline of the Kenyan shilling against other currencies.

The announcement was made by Hon. Kimani Ichung'wah, the Leader of the Majority Party, during a statement on the floor of the National Assembly.

The  National Assembly Public Petitions Committee Chaired by Hon. Nimrod Mbai has considered two petitions; one on ward-based perennial water shortage solutions and the other proposing enactment of legislation on enforced disappearances.

Appearing before the Committee Kituo cha Sheria Director, Dr. Annette Mbogoh, proposed the enactment of legislation on enforced disappearances.

National Assembly Committee on Members Services and Facilities chaired by Hon. (Dr.) Wachira Karani last week undertook a tour of selected constituencies and county MPs' offices. During the tour  staff working for Members in constituency offices asked the Committee to recommend for their training on Parliamentary duties, to enable them discharge their duties effectively.

The staff told Members that since they were employed they have not been inducted on parliamentary work and that, to understand their roles better training is key.