The Senate has firmly questioned the adequacy and accuracy of the Government’s response to the worsening drought situation across Kenya’s arid and semi arid lands (ASAL), directing the Cabinet Secretary to return to the House with clear and more comprehensive data.

Appearing before the Senate Plenary on Wednesday, the Cabinet Secretary for East African Community Affairs, the ASALs and Regional Development, Beatrice Askul told Senators that the Government remained committed to protecting the lives and livelihoods of Kenyans affected by prolonged drought conditions.

The Government will meet medical and burial expenses for Kenyans injured or killed in the recent floods that have claimed dozens of lives across the country.

Kenyans can now get a clearer picture of how government plans to spend public money after the National Assembly approved the 2026 Budget Policy Statement (BPS), setting the broad spending limits and priorities for the 2026/2027 financial year.

The National Assembly has given the green light to the 2026 Budget Policy Statement (BPS), setting the stage for the next financial year with a total national government budget ceiling of Kshs. 2.878 trillion. Lawmakers not only approved the funding ceilings but also adopted crucial policy resolutions aimed at improving efficiency, transparency, and service delivery across sectors.

President William Ruto has assented to the Judges’ Retirement Benefits Bill, 2025, marking a historic step toward strengthening the welfare and independence of Kenya’s Judiciary.

The Head of State has assented to the National Infrastructure Fund Bill, 2026, paving the way for a new financing framework expected to unlock billions of shillings for the development of critical national infrastructure while reducing Kenya’s reliance on public debt.

National Assembly Speaker Rt Hon (Dr) Moses Wetang’ula has urged leaders across the three arms of government to serve with integrity, lead with humility, and act with courage as they uphold the rule of law.

The Senate Standing Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations held a pivotal meeting earlier today to deliberate on the County Government Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2025.

This landmark legislation, sponsored by Senator Abdul Mohammed Haji, seeks to overhaul the operational framework of county governments by introducing strict timelines and enhancing executive accountability to ensure that devolution truly works for the people. 

The Budget and Appropriations Committee has proposed a national government spending ceiling of Ksh. 2.878 trillion for the 2026/27 financial year under the Budget Policy Statement (BPS).

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has praised the late MP, Hon. Johana Nge’no, as a dedicated progressive legislator who cared for his constituents and the country.

Speaker Wetang’ula described the late Ng'eno as a straightforward legislator and a principled man.

National Assembly on Thursday evening passed the National Infrastructure Fund Bill, 2026, marking a pivotal shift in how the country will finance and manage its most ambitious infrastructure development projects. 

Specifically, the Bill aims to mobilize nearly KES 5 trillion over the next decade to shift infrastructure financing from a debt-driven model to a sustainable, investment-led approach.

A total of 1,272 compensation claims by police officers injured in the line of duty have been successfully paid, the Senate Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations has been told.

The National Police Service Commission which appeared before the Committee on Thursday, revealed that as at 28th February 2026, a total of 1,954 claims relating to the 2021/2022 financial year had been lodged with the National Hospital Insurance Fund, now operating as the Social Health Authority.

The Senate Committee on Labour and Social Welfare has received wide-ranging submissions on the proposed Public Service Internship Bill (National Assembly Bills No. 63 of 2022), with the Public Service Commission (PSC) defending its centralised recruitment model even as Senators pressed for stronger absorption pathways and broader reform of work-based learning.

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula led Members of the Parliament and Senate in celebrating the life of Johana Ng'eno, MP Emurua Dikirr, and five others.

In his capacity as the Chairman of the Parliamentary Service Commission (PSC), Speaker Wetang’ula commended the Parliament team tasked to organise funeral plans for the victims of the Nandi helicopter crash that claimed the lives of six on board.

The National Assembly has paid tribute to the late Member of Parliament for Emurua Dikirr Constituency, Hon. Johana Ng’eno Kipyegon, following his untimely death in a helicopter crash in Nandi County.

The tributes followed a formal Communication from the Speaker, Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Moses Wetang’ula, who informed the House of the tragedy and reflected on the late legislator’s life, service, and legacy.

The Council of Governors (COG) has intensified its push for a larger share of the Roads Maintenance Levy Fund (RMLF), urging the Senate to amend the Kenya Roads (Amendment) (No. 3) Bill, 2025 to allocate 42 percent of the fund to county governments.

Appearing before the Senate Roads, Transport and Housing Committee, COG Transport, Infrastructure and Energy Committee Chairperson Kimani Wamatangi argued that the proposed 5 percent allocation to counties is inconsistent with both the Constitution and the reality on the ground.

National Assembly Speaker Rt. Hon. Moses Wetang’ula has eulogized the late Emurua Dikirr MP Hon. Johanna Ngéno as a dedicated public servant who defined servant leadership, whose legacy will stand the test of time.

The Parliamentary Ad Hoc Funeral Planning Committee, chaired by Tinderet MP, Hon. Julius Melly, has announced that the late Emurua Dikirr MP. Hon. Johana Ng'eno, and three others will be laid to rest on Friday, 6th March, 2026.

The Committee settled on the date after consultations with family members, the National Assembly Speaker and the Office of the President.