The Senate Standing Committee on Energy chaired by Senator Dr. Oburu Odinga (Siaya) today held a heated session with the Cabinet Secretary for Energy and Petroleum, Hon. Opiyo Wandayi, to deliberate on submissions concerning the Energy Amendment Bill, 2025.

On this Mashujaa Day, the Senate of the Republic of Kenya joins all Kenyans in honoring the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of our national heroes, past and present, whose vision and valor built the foundation of our nation.

We salute the men and women who fought for our independence, defended our democracy, and continue to serve in every corner of our republic to uphold justice, unity, and progress.

The Senate of Kenya was on Thursday united as it eulogised the former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga whose abrupt death while receiving treatment in India shocked the country. 

During the debate, the lawmakers variously described the late Odinga, who served as MP for Langata Constituency for four terms, as a great leader, patriot and a man who sacrificed personal comfort for the greater good of the country.

The Senate held a Special Sitting on Thursday afternoon to honour the memory and legacy of Kenya’s former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga who passed away on Wednesday morning in India.

Through a Motion, moved by Deputy Minority Leader Sen. Enoch Wambua (Kitui) and seconded by Deputy Majority Leader Sen. Tabitha Karanja (Nakuru) Senators were invited to pay tribute to a leader described as a towering figure in Kenya’s political and democratic journey.

The National Assembly Wednesday morning Sitting has been adjourned following the demise of ODM leader and Opposition Chief, Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga.

Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, invoked his authority under Standing Order Number One to halt House proceedings, directing Members of Parliament to reconvene later in the day for official communication on the matter.

The Senate ICT Committee has vowed to push the Social Health Authority (SHA) to release funds owed to counties following revelations of delayed remittances that have affected healthcare services across the country.

“Our first reaction as a committee, after compiling the report, will be to really push SHA until they start paying counties,” stated Chairperson Allan Chesang.

Members of the Kenyan Chapter of the Parliamentary Network on the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) caucus held a meeting with the IMF mission team to discuss key policy reforms that would accelerate the country's economic growth.

The caucus chaired by Hon. Mohamed Aden Daud (Wajir East) underscored Parliament’s commitment to safeguarding the country from policies that could lead to fiscal distress.

"Parliament upholds the national values and principles of governance provided under Chapter 10 (2) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010," Hon. Daud said.

The Cabinet Secretary for Education, Mr. Julius Ogamba, has informed the National Assembly that delays in the release of school capitation funds have been occasioned by an ongoing audit that uncovered serious irregularities, including the disbursement of funds to non-existent schools.

Appearing before the House to respond to Members’ Questions pursuant to Standing Order 42A (6B), the CS was addressing a question from the Member for Emuhaya, Hon. Omboko Milemba. His question was read on his behalf by Gilgil MP, Hon. Martha Wangari.

The Kenya Network of Cancer Organisations (KENCO) has petitioned the National Assembly to intervene and ensure an enhancement of oncology benefits and adequate allocation of funds to the Primary Healthcare Fund and the Emergency, Chronic and Critical Illness Fund.

The National Assembly Committee on Education, chaired by Hon. Julius Melly, conducted an oversight visit to the Kenya Institute of Special Education (KISE).

The Committee engaged with KISE's Director and Secretary to the Council, Dr. Norman Kiogora, on several matters including teacher training, early identification of disabilities, and the status of key development projects like the Assistive Devices Factory.

Members questioned KISE on its plan to decentralize its essential services to reach learners in rural regions.

The Busia County Government has committed to settling its Kshs2.6 billion in outstanding pending bills owed to local suppliers, promising full clearance by the end of the 2026/2027 Financial Year. 

This pledge came during a heated session of the Senate Standing Committee on Finance and Budget, held in Busia Town as part of the ongoing Senate Mashinani program.

Senator Tabitha Mutinda has achieved a remarkable milestone following her election to the Board of Governance of the Parliamentary Network on the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

In an official communication to the Senate on Wednesday afternoon, Speaker Amason Jeffah Kingi congratulated Senator Mutinda on her appointment and called upon her colleagues to offer her their full support as she embarks on this new international leadership role.

The Busia One Stop Border Point (OSBP) has been cited as a key trade gateway that urgently requires expansion to improve efficiency and strengthen cross-border trade between Kenya and neighbouring countries.

A watchdog Committee of the Senate has accused Busia Governor Paul Otuoma of doing little to implement the resolutions of the Senate in relation to the financial reports of the county for the 2022/23 financial year.

At the sitting held at the Agricultural Training Centre in Busia town, the County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC) expressed its displeasure with the Governor for failing to take disciplinary action against some of his officers who failed to provide relevant documents to the auditor general in line with the requirements of the Public Audit Act.

The Senate Committee on National Cohesion, Equal Opportunity and Regional Integration has expressed shock over the deplorable state of the Busia One-Stop Border Post, despite the facility generating billions of shillings in revenue annually.

During a fact-finding visit on Tuesday, the Committee led by Chairperson Sen Mohamed Said Chute observed that the border post, which serves as a key trade gateway between Kenya and Uganda, faces severe infrastructural and staffing challenges that have hampered its efficiency.

The National Assembly has passed the Kenya Roads (Amendment) Bill, 2025. The Bill seeks to amend the Kenya Roads Act to classify public roads into two categories national trunk roads and county roads in line with the devolved system of governance.

The Bill also makes amendments to the Kenya Roads Board Act to ensure equitable allocation of funds to both national and county governments for the maintenance, rehabilitation, and development of roads.

The National Assembly Decentralized Funds Accounts Committee has lauded the Mbooni Constituency NG-CDF Account Manager for efficiently addressing audit queries, and keeping clean records for the last ten Financial Years.

Chaired By Kitui Central MP Hon. (Dr.) Gideo Mulyungi, the Committee met with Mr. Paul Kimilu who has managed the Mbooni office since 2013 to date to examine Reports of the Office of the Auditor General for FY 2013/2014 to 2022/2023.

IN THE MATTER OF ARTICLES 2(5), (6) AND 118 (1)(b) OF THE CONSTITUTION AND SECTION 8 OF THE TREATY MAKING AND RATIFICATION ACT, CAP. 4D AND IN THE MATTER OF CONSIDERATION FOR RATIFICATION OF THE AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE 24(2) OF THE PROTOCOL ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE EAST AFRICAN COMMUNITY CUSTOMS UNION

INVITATION TO SUBMIT MEMORANDA

📢 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

The Standing Committee on Health invites the public to submit written memoranda on The Health (Amendment) Bill, 2025 (Senate Bills No. 12 of 2025).

Deadline: Friday, 17th Oct 2025, 5:00 p.m.

Submit via 📧 clerk.senate@parliament.go.ke / healthcommittee.senate@parliament.go.ke

🔗 Bill & Digest: parliament.go.ke/the-senate/house-business/bills