The Senate Standing Committee on Justice, Legal Affairs and Human Rights (JLAHR) has pushed for an urgent policy shift to stop the prosecution and re-victimization of Female Genital Mutilation survivors. Meeting with the Anti-FGM Board leadership, the lawmakers agreed that the Prohibition of Female Genital Mutilation Act of 2011 has inadvertently led to victims being treated as criminals.

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.

The Senate Standing Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations has directed security and environmental agencies to urgently investigate the alleged forced disappearance of fishermen at Lake Nakuru National Park and address growing concerns over public safety and environmental compliance.

The Senate Education Committee, Chaired by Sen. Betty Montet, today held a high-level consultative meeting at Parliament Buildings, Nairobi, with the Governor of Vihiga County, H.E. Wilber Khasilwa Ottichilo, to deliberate on the status of implementation of Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) and Vocational Training Centres (VTCs) in the County.

The Governor was accompanied by the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Education, Anne Desma, alongside technical officers including the Director ECDE and Director VTC.

The Senate Education Committee, Chaired by Senator Betty Montet, is currently undertaking a report writing retreat to deliberate on stakeholders’ memoranda regarding the Basic Education Amendment Bill, 2023.

The retreat has brought together key Members of the Committee, including Vice Chair Senator Prof. Margaret Kamar, Senator Catherine Mumma, Senator Nderitu Kinyua, Senator Agnes Kavindu Muthama and Senator Seki Lenku who are collectively reviewing submissions aimed at strengthening the education sector.

Senators have today voiced strong reservations over the Kshs80 billion cooperation agreement between the National Government and Nairobi City County, questioning if the move marks a return to the controversial Nairobi Metropolitan Services (NMS) era. 

During the session with the Prime Cabinet Secretary Hon. Musalia Mudavadi, the Members of the Devolution Committee raised concerns about the potential erosion of county autonomy. 

The Senate Standing Committee on Roads, Transportation and Housing has launched a comprehensive inquiry into deteriorating infrastructure and rising safety risks at Wilson Airport, amid growing concerns from aviation stakeholders and recent accident reports.

The move follows a request for a formal statement by Godfrey Osotsi during a Senate sitting on March 12, 2026, seeking urgent clarification on the state of the airport’s infrastructure and safety systems.

Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration, Hon. Kipchumba Murkomen has called for reforms to strengthen the security apparatus of legislative institutions, enhanced training and legal protections for Serjeant at Arms, citing the 2024 invasion of Parliament as a turning point.

Speaking during the 3rd National Conference of Serjeant-at-Arms, CS Murkomen described the invasion of Parliament on June 25, 2024, as a defining moment that exposed vulnerabilities within Kenya’s democratic institutions.

Kenya’s efforts to address gender inequality, child protection and cultural development are under growing strain, Senators have heard, as funding gaps, shifting social pressures and weak programme coordination threaten key priorities. 

The Clerk of the Senate, Mr. Jeremiah Nyegenye, has called for enhanced professionalism, collaboration and adaptability among Serjeant-at-Arms to strengthen legislative institutions amid evolving challenges.

Speaking at the 3rd National Conference bringing together Serjeants-at-Arms from the Senate, National Assembly, and County Assemblies, the Clerk underscored the critical role these officers play in ensuring the smooth functioning of parliamentary business.

The Clerk of the National Assembly, Mr. Samuel Njoroge has urged Serjeant-at-Arms officers to strengthen coordination, security preparedness and professionalism as legislative institutions amid evolving security, technological and political challenges.

Speaking during the 3rd National Conference of Serjeant-at-Arms in Machakos County, Mr. Samuel Njoroge said the forum comes at a critical time, with about 500 days to the polls, calling for early institutional preparedness across both national and county legislatures.

The Parliament of Kenya is proud to host the 3rd National Conference of Serjeant-at-Arms in Machakos County.

From medieval traditions to 21st-century security, the role of the Serjeant-at-Arms has evolved into a sophisticated pillar of our legislative process. This year, officers from the Senate, National Assembly, and County Assemblies across the country are gathering to evolve even further.

The Senate has intensified scrutiny of the multi-billion-shilling Talanta Sports City Stadium project, raising serious questions over procurement procedures, cost escalation, and financial transparency in the construction of the flagship facility meant for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

The Senate Standing Committee on Roads, Transportation and Housing has formally written to Sports Cabinet Secretary Hon. Salim Mvurya demanding a comprehensive explanation on the status and management of the project, citing concerns flagged by the Auditor-General.

The Senate Standing Committee on Land, Environment and Natural Resources has resolved to issue a final summon to Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka following his continued failure to appear before the Committee to provide updates on projects funded under the FLLoCA Programme.

The Committee, chaired by Senator Mohamed Faki (Mombasa) warned that any further failure to honour the summon will result in the issuance of a warrant of arrest, in accordance with parliamentary powers and privileges.

Public buildings in Mombasa are excluding Persons With Disabilities (PWDs), Senators have said, as the Ministry of Lands admitted enforcement gaps, weak county capacity and funding constraints continue to undermine accessibility laws.

The Senate Committee on Labour and Social Welfare, chaired by Sen Julius Murgor (West Pokot), heard that at least seven buildings — including Bima Towers, the Mombasa County Assembly, the Office of the Deputy County Commissioner and Mombasa Law Courts — remain non-compliant, effectively barring access to essential services.

A Senate watchdog committee has fined Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja Sh500,000 and ordered his arrest for contempt of Parliament.

The County Public Accounts Committee directed Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to arrest the governor and present him before the committee on Monday, March 30, after finding him guilty of failing to honour multiple summons.

Kenya will meet all its obligations ahead of the African Cup of Nations tournament scheduled for 2027, the Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports, Salim Mvurya has told the Senate.

Appearing before the Senate Plenary on Wednesday to respond to questions from Lawmakers, CS Mvurya assured the House and Kenyans that the Government has put in place the necessary measures to ensure all requirements are met ahead of the tournament.

The Senate Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations has ordered the immediate stop of all fishing activities at Lake Nakuru, amid claims of forced disappearances of young fishermen.

The directive was issued on Tuesday by Committee Chairperson Sen. Fatuma Dullo (Isiolo) during a meeting with the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) and Petitioners, following a petition lodged over alleged abuses at Lake Nakuru National Park.