… At the same event, Senate Majority Leader Sen.Aaron Cheruiyot praised Members of Parliament for overwhelmingly supporting the Finance Bill 2026, saying some of its provisions will benefit local farmers. …
… The reshuffle, announced on Wednesday, June 17, by Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot, saw Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang nominated to take over Sifuna's position in the committee, chaired by Siaya Senator and ODM Party leader Oburu Oginga. …
… Led by Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot, Belgut MP Nelson Koech, Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi and Soin/Sigowet MP Justice Kemei, the leaders said the budget tabled by Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi focuses on sectors that directly impact the lives of ordi …
… Among the senior leaders accompanying Speaker Wetang’ula are Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, Farouk Kibet, Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot, National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, and National Assembly Minority Whip Junet Mohammed. …
… s Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davies Chirchir are my favourites in this cabinet, but on this one, Wahome should be told that the house is not happy over her failure to communicate early enough," said Sifuna.Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot …
… s Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davies Chirchir are my favourites in this cabinet, but on this one, Wahome should be told that the house is not happy over her failure to communicate early enough," said Sifuna.Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot …
Kenya Kwanza leaders accuse Gachagua of politicizing Ebola preparedness By Kimaiyo Evans June 07, 2026 11:40 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter File image of Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot. …
… Madaraka Day celebrations. 6:18 am: Military personnel and uniformed officers rehearse.6:43 am: Various Cabinet Secretaries arrive at the venue, including Health CS Aden Duale. 7:23: Various leaders, including Speaker of the Senate Amason Kingi and Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot …
… griculture CS Kagwe pushes for law to ban export of raw produce By Citizen Reporter May 21, 2026 04:07 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe with Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot …
A section of Kenya Kwanza leaders, including President Ruto's aide Farouk Kibet, has criticized the opposition over planned protests slated for June 25, urging Kenyans to prioritize peace, unity, and development instead of political confrontations.
A section of Kenya Kwanza leaders, including President Ruto's aide Farouk Kibet, has criticized the opposition over planned protests slated for June 25, urging Kenyans to prioritize peace, unity, and development instead of political confrontations.
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has been dropped from the Senate Energy Committee, with Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang nominated to take over his position. The reshuffle was announced by Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot on June 17 following changes approved by the Senate in line with Standing Orders.
President Ruto's allies, including Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot and others, defended the Sh4.8 trillion 2026/27 budget as people-centred, highlighting allocations for education, sports, infrastructure and job creation, particularly the absorption of 20,000 Junior Secondary School teachers into permanent positions and a Sh408 billion Teachers Service Commission budget.
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula is leading a delegation of national and county leaders to Butere Constituency for a socio-economic empowerment drive targeting women groups and boda boda operators, hosted by Butere MP Tindi Mwale under his #JeshiLaTutam banner.
Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome failed to attend Senate plenary on Wednesday to answer questions, citing prior planned engagements; Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho also missed a Senate appearance the previous week. Senators criticized the Cabinet Secretaries for not honouring their invites to discharge their mandates before the house.
Wajir County is hosting the Madaraka Day celebrations for the first time in history, with this year's theme focused on education, skills, and the future. President William Ruto led the 2026 celebrations at Wajir Stadium, marking the first time the national event is being held in North Eastern Kenya.
Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe has called for the introduction of value addition for all Kenyan agricultural products before export, saying the move could create jobs for young people and reduce dependency on politicians for money.
United Democratic Alliance candidate David Kipsang Keter has been elected the new MP for Emurua Dikirr Constituency, garnering 18,266 votes to defeat Democracy for Citizens Party candidate Vincent Kibet Rotich, who received 10,760 votes. The by-election followed the death of former MP Johanna Ngeno in a helicopter crash earlier this year.
Mogotio MP Reuben Kiborek's remarks criticizing Baringo County's development despite consistent political support have sparked a political row in the Rift Valley, with allies of former President Daniel Arap Moi defending his legacy and calling for respect for past leaders.
Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot has called on Bomet Governor Hillary Barchok and Senator Hillary Sigei to resolve land issues delaying KTDA's Kipsonoi hydro power project, which has burdened smallholder tea farmers with high electricity costs for the last 12 years.
A Standard editorial argues that Senator Samson Cherarkey's motion to strip retired President Uhuru Kenyatta of his pension, citing political activity, overlooks the constitutional right to political participation guaranteed under Article 38. The Law Society of Kenya president has stated that the constitutionality of such pension withdrawal has never been tested in court.
Saboti MP Caleb Amisi has rejected allegations linking former President Uhuru Kenyatta to funding the opposition or the Linda Mwananchi movement, calling the claims baseless and politically motivated. Amisi stated he founded Linda Mwananchi and urged President Ruto's allies to stop attacking Kenyatta and focus instead on addressing national concerns.
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has tabled a motion seeking to withdraw or significantly reduce retirement benefits for former president Uhuru Kenyatta, alleging he has breached the condition of political neutrality through public endorsements, consultations, and participation in political forums. The motion also calls for an audit of public resources allocated to Kenyatta since leaving office in 2022, with any recovered funds to be redirected to public welfare.
Jubilee party has condemned statements from UDA-allied politicians threatening to withdraw former President Uhuru Kenyatta's retirement benefits in response to his criticism of President Ruto, saying such benefits are legal entitlements grounded in law, not political favours.
Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has welcomed a recent truce between the Senate and the Council of Governors over county oversight and accountability, saying the agreement signals a new chapter in relations and will enhance devolution's effectiveness. Barasa stated that governors are ready to appear before Senate committees, but called for the process to be conducted with mutual respect and decorum.
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has called on former President Uhuru Kenyatta to step back from active political engagement and adopt a unifying statesman role, arguing that continued partisan involvement by retired leaders risks deepening political divisions as the country approaches the next general election.
Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot has criticized former President Uhuru Kenyatta for his continued involvement in public political debates, saying retired heads of state should behave in a manner that commands respect and refrain from political commentary. Cheruiyot cited the examples of former Presidents Moi and Kibaki, who he said respected the office after retirement.
Most senators complained they were kept in the dark after the Senate Majority Leader announced a truce with the Council of Governors, brokered over two weeks of meetings by house leadership. The deal includes governors agreeing to resume appearances before Senate Committees after previously threatening to boycott.
Governors and senators have reached an agreement following weeks of closed-door talks over allegations that some Senate County Public Accounts Committee members were engaging in extortion. Governors have agreed to resume appearing before Senate oversight committees, while senators have pledged to consider increased county funding in the next financial year.
Migori Senator Eddy Oketch was ordered out of the Senate chamber by Speaker Amason Kingi during Tuesday's plenary session after protesting the reintroduction of the Division of Revenue Bill, arguing that senators had not been adequately briefed on how the decision was reached before Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot moved it for debate.
The Senate will hold its sixth Mashinani in Kilifi County from September 21 to 26, 2026, following a resolution by Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot. The annual out-of-Nairobi sittings aim to engage grassroots communities on devolution challenges and successes, and strengthen partnerships between Parliament and county governments.