National Assembly Speaker Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Moses Wetang’ula has advocated for the establishment of a Kenya-Namibia Parliamentary Friendship Group (PFG) to enhance diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Members of the National Assembly led by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Moses Wetang'ula, are set to convene next week for the National Assembly Members' Retreat, which will be held from Monday, January 27, 2025 to Friday, January 31, 2025 in Naivasha, Nakuru County.
The retreat themed "𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘏𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘉𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴: 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘮𝘢𝘥𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘧𝘢𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯𝘵", will see lawmakers deliberate on the legislative agenda for the fourth session of the thirteenth Parliament that is set to begin in February 2025.
The National Assembly has passed the Startup Bill (Senate Bill No. 14 of 2022). The Bill outlines various measures to support startups, define their eligibility, and establish frameworks for their growth and protection.
The Bill introduces key definitions, including "startup," "accelerator," "incubation program," and "startup ecosystem players." It designates the Cabinet Secretary responsible for micro, small, and medium enterprises to oversee implementation.
The National Assembly is set to hold a pivotal mid-term retreat to evaluate the legislative progress and outline priorities for the upcoming Parliamentary session. Scheduled from January 27 to 31, 2025, in Naivasha, Nakuru County, this gathering will bring together Members of Parliament to reflect on achievements and strategize for the fourth session which will commence on February 10, 2025.
The fight against femicide and gender-based violence has received a major boost after female lawmakers launched a national campaign to address the menace.
The initiative, named Komesha Dhuluma, was officially unveiled on Thursday, 16th January 2025 at Parliament Buildings.
KEWOPA Chairperson Hon. Leah Sankaire (Kajiado) announced that all 102 female legislators from both the National Assembly and Senate would lead the campaign in their respective constituencies.
Clerk of the National Assembly, Mr. Samuel Njoroge, has called on Kenya Parliamentary reporters to remain factual and objective while reporting Parliament activities.
Speaking at the official opening of an engagement workshop with the Members of Kenya Parliamentary Journalists Association (KPJA) in Naivasha, Nakuru County, he underscored the symbiotic relationship that exists between the National Assembly and the Parliamentary reporters, noting that their reportage shapes opinion in the public space.
The National Assembly has passed the Persons with Disabilities Bill, (Senate Bill No. 7 of 2023).
The Bill sponsored by Sen.Crystal Asige and cosponsored by the Leader of the Majority Party, Hon. Kimani Ichung'wah seeks to give effect to Article 54 of the Constitution; to restructure the National Council for Persons with Disabilities and to provide for its functions and powers; to provide for the institutional framework for protecting, promoting and monitoring the rights of persons with disabilities; to provide for incentives and reliefs.
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The Committee on Appointments is set to conduct approval hearings for three nominees proposed by the President for Cabinet Secretary Positions on January 14, 2025, at County Hall, Parliament Buildings.
The National Assembly Committee on Defence, Intelligence, and Foreign Relations, chaired by Hon.Nelson Koech (Belgut), has vetted three of the four individuals nominated by the President for appointment as Ambassadors, High Commissioners, and Diplomatic Representatives.
The National Assembly will convene for special sittings on Thursday, January 16th, 2025.
The Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Moses Wetang'ula authorized the special sitting upon a request from the Leader of the Majority Party, Hon. Kimani Inchung'wa.
The special sittings will be held in two sessions; a morning session starting at 10.00 am and an afternoon session commencing at 2.30 pm.
The Committee on Appointments is set to conduct approval hearings for three nominees proposed by the President for Cabinet Secretary Positions on January 14, 2025, at County Hall, Parliament Buildings.
The nominees include Hon. Mutahi Kagwe, a former Health Cabinet Secretary under retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, who has been nominated to head the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development.
Kenya Saturday afternoon edged out Burundi in Men Basketball Match at KPA Makupa Sports ground with a victory of 64-37.
The National Assembly Speaker, Rt. Hon. Dr. Moses Wetang'ula, Parliamentary Service Commissioner, Hon. Rachael Ameso and the Clerk of Senate, Mr. Jeremiah Nyegenye witnessed team Kenya assert their dominance of the game.
Senator David Wakoli turned out as the Most Valuable Player garnering 18 points.
In an exciting and competitive match at the indoor courts of the Aga Khan Academy Mombasa, the Kenyan Women MPs’ netball team has delivered a dominant performance, securing a 40-11 victory over Burundi.
The match which marks the penultimate stage of the ongoing East African Community Inter-Parliamentary Games, highlighted Kenya’s mastery in both skill and coordination in the netball game.
The Kenyan male legislators have surged ahead in the ongoing East African Community Inter-Parliamentary Games Golf Tournament. With one round remaining, Kenya holds a commanding lead with an aggregate score of 274 points.
Out of this, 131 points were garnered in round 1 on Tuesday, while round 2 played today saw the Kenyan team garner 143. Uganda Parliament follows closely with 238 points, while Tanzania is in third place with 111 points.
On the women's side, Uganda has taken the early lead with 252 points, while Tanzania is in second place with 94 points.
Kenya’s Parliament men’s volleyball team secured a well deserved victory on Thursday, after hammering the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) team 3-1 in a tense showdown during the 14th Edition of the EAC Interparliamentary Games in Mombasa County.
The moving match, hosted at the prestigious Aga Khan Academy drew an enthusiastic crowd including EALA Speaker Rt. Hon. Joseph Ntakirutimana. The Kenyan squad cheered on by passionate fans who packed the gym, displayed remarkable game proving why they are a force to reckon with.
Kenya made its presence felt at the EAC Inter-Parliamentary Games' disability darts competition, with Hon. George Mbugua securing a podium finish and the dynamic duo of Hon. Tim Wanyonyi and Hon. Janet Sitienei delivering a masterclass in the team event at Aga Khan Academy.
Despite Tanzania's Hon. Yahya Ally Mwata's clean sweep in the individual standing category, winning all five matches, the Kenyan contingent proved they are a force to reckon with.
Parliament of Kenya Netball Team captained by Vihiga County MP, Hon. Beatrice Adagala, has thrashed East Africa Legislative Assembly (EALA) team 46 - 31 in the ongoing 14th Edition of East Africa Community Inter-Parliamentary Games (EAC-IPG).
In a match held at Aga Khan Academy grounds in Mombasa on Thursday 12th December, 2024 at 10:00am, the women legislators battled it out at the court.
Team Kenya took an early lead with their EALA counterparts putting up a spirited fight to catch up.
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