Members of the Kenya Women Parliamentary Association (KEWOPA) alongside their male allies have urged the Ministry of Gender & Affirmative Action to ensure that the  National Policy on Women Economic Empowerment (NPWEE) effectively address the systemic barriers facing women.

The Policy aims to achieve gender equality, reduce poverty and foster inclusive economic growth to enable women’s entrepreneurship and participation in the economy.

The National Assembly has invited members of the public and stakeholders to submit views on a proposed law seeking to regulate trade in sensitive goods and technologies linked to weapons proliferation.

In a notice issued Tuesday, Clerk of the National Assembly Samuel Njoroge said the House is considering the Strategic Goods Control Bill, 2026, which aims to tighten oversight on the import, export and handling of strategic materials and related services.

The National Assembly has received a petition from Kangemi landowners challenging the implementation of the Nairobi Rivers Commission project, with lawmakers calling for a careful balance between environmental restoration and protection of property rights.

A Member of Parliament has formally sought a comprehensive statement from the Departmental Committee on Environment, Forestry and Mining regarding the proposed mineral exploration project in Kwale County, citing growing anxiety among residents over its implications.

Rising on the floor of the National Assembly, Kwale county MP, Hon. Fatuma Masito drew attention to a January 2026 announcement by the Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs on planned exploration of rare earth minerals and niobium in Rima.

Kenyans are set for relief after the National Assembly passed the Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 21 of 2026), cutting VAT on petroleum products from 16 percent to 8 percent in a move lawmakers say will lower fuel costs and stimulate economic activity.

The Bill amends the Value Added Tax Act to cushion households and firms grappling with elevated transport and production costs driven largely by global oil market volatility.

Lawmakers from the National Assembly today shared knowledge and experiences on best Parliamentary practices with Members of Parliament from Ghana's House Committee.

In a Joint meeting co-chaired by the Chairpersons for the Committees on Broadcasting & Library and that of Members Service & Facilities, Hon. Daniel Nanok & Hon. (Dr.) Karani Stephen Wachira respectively, the MPs shared their mandates, experiences and challenges encountered in discharging their oversight, legislative and representation duties constituents.