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Eve Obara

Also known as: Dr. Eve Obara · Kabondo Kasipul MP Eve Obara · Ms Obara

Kabondo Kasipul MP who has spoken on women's safety and gender equality issues in recent parliamentary discourse.

2026-05-192026-11-05

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  1. November 2026
  2. Capital News

    … The delegation included Senate Chief Whip David Wakoli, Senate Minority Leader Stewart Madzayo, Senators William Kisang and Daniel Maanzo, National Assembly Minority Whip Millie Odhiambo, Parliamentary Commissioner Mishi Mboko and MP Eve Obara.

    Oburu explains exit from Senate Energy Committee over ODM leadership workload
  3. The Standard

    … Others were National Assembly Minority Whip Millie Odhiambo, Parliamentary Commissioner Mishi Mboko and MP Eve Obara. …

    Death rumours made me stronger, says ODM leader Oburu
  4. The Standard

    … Other legislators who accompanied Wetang’ula included National Assembly Minority Whip Millie Odhiambo, Parliamentary Commissioner Mishi Mboko and Eve Obara. …

    Oburu urges political leaders to rise above partisan politics
  5. September 2026
  6. Capital News

    … Committee vice-chairperson Eve Obara questioned KUCCPS on the nature of the institutions that were in arrears and whether the agency had taken legal or administrative measures to recover the money. …

    MPs demand answers over Sh300mn KUCCPS placement fee debt
  7. August 2026
  8. The Standard

    … Kabondo Kasipul MP Eve Obara also wanted to know what the Ministry is doing on school enrollment, given the fact that most schools are overcrowded. …

    462 learners processed over school unrest as government seeks lasting solutions
  9. July 2026
  10. The Standard

    … The committee, chaired by Vice Chairperson Eve Obara, made the recommendation after holding separate meetings with officials from the State Department for Higher Education, the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) and the Universities Fund during a review of the 2025/2026 Budget I …

    MPs push for urgent resolution of higher education funding crisis
  11. Citizen Digital

    … Eve Obara said: “You have a deficit of Ksh.8.8 billion and liabilities exceeding the current assets by Ksh.8.6 billion… technically you are insolvent.” Gabriel Ogutu, Chief Internal Auditor of Moi University, responded: “The university is technically insolvent. …

    Cash-strapped Moi University plans fresh staff layoffs as debt tops Ksh.8B
  12. June 2026
  13. The Standard

    … He told Interior PS Raymond Omollo, Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang, Woman rep Joyce Osogo, Mps Lilian Gogo (Rangwe), Eve Obara (Kabondo Kasipul) and Boyd Were (Kasipul), who were present to back Wanga Wanga’s re-election.Mbadi said they had agreed as the county leadership to supp …

    Former Homa Bay DG Magwanga hits at CS Mbadi after Wanga endorsement
  14. May 2026
  15. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeKabondo Kasipul MP Eve Obara has criticised Siaya Governor James Orengo over remarks against Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, saying they demeaned the integrity of women leaders. …

    Kabondo Kasipul MP slams Orengo over remarks against Wanga
  16. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeEva Obara during a recent Education Committee meeting at Parliament Buildings in Nairobi. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] Kabondo Kasipul MP Eve Obara has said she is deeply saddened by the death of gospel singer Rachel Wandetto, after a brutal attack.. …

    Kabondo Kasipul MP says Rachel Wandetto's death reflects rising femicide cases

Yesterday

  1. Oburu resigns Senate Energy Committee chair citing workload

    ODM Party Leader Oburu Oginga resigned as chairperson of the Senate Energy Committee to avoid being overwhelmed by parliamentary responsibilities and his new role leading the party, saying he did not want either Parliament or ODM to suffer from his divided attention.

    13 hours ago · Capital News →

  2. Death rumours strengthened my resolve, Oburu tells supporters

    ODM leader and Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga, recovering after hospital discharge, said rumours about his death while admitted only strengthened his determination to overcome his illness and return to active politics soon.

    4 November 2026 · The Standard →

  3. Oburu calls on leaders to prioritise unity over partisan politics

    ODM Party Leader and Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga has urged political leaders to rise above partisan differences and embrace dialogue, political tolerance and unity in advancing Kenya's national interests. He made the remarks during a visit from National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula and Senate Speaker Amason Kingi at his Nairobi residence, where he is recuperating following his discharge from hospital.

    4 November 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 10 September

  1. KUCCPS owed Sh300m in unpaid placement fees by institutions

    Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service faces scrutiny over Sh300 million in unpaid placement fees from institutions that have defaulted on the Sh1,500 charge per placed student. The National Assembly Education Committee demanded details on defaulters and recovery measures, with KUCCPS revealing it collected Sh261.57 million against a target of Sh284.16 million in the 2025/26 financial year.

    10 September 2026 · Capital News →

Wednesday 5 August

  1. 462 learners processed over school unrest incidents nationwide

    A total of 462 learners were arrested, investigated, arraigned in court, bonded, remanded, counselled or processed in connection with student unrest incidents countrywide as of June 16, according to the Education Principal Secretary. The offences under investigation included arson, attempted arson, threats of arson, planning and incitement of unrest, and vandalism, with 18 fatalities reported in connection with fire incidents and cases of student unrest during the period.

    5 August 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 16 July

  1. MPs seek urgent action on higher education funding gaps

    Kenya's National Assembly Education Committee has called for coordinated action between Parliament, the National Treasury, and the Ministry of Education to address persistent funding challenges in the higher education sector, citing a mismatch between the Higher Education Funding Model framework and actual budget allocations.

    16 July 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 2 July

  1. Moi University plans layoffs amid 8 billion shilling debt crisis

    Moi University's administration will conduct a work-load analysis and lay off staff to address a severe financial crisis lasting over a decade. The institution has accumulated debt of over 8 billion shillings and pending bills exceeding 10 billion shillings.

    2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Former DG Magwanga criticises Mbadi's endorsement of Wanga

    Former Homa Bay Deputy Governor Oyugi Magwanga has criticised National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi for endorsing Governor Gladys Wanga's re-election, saying county leaders have agreed to support President William Ruto's re-election but not Wanga's second term. Magwanga accused Mbadi of promoting divisive politics that could reduce Ruto's votes in the next election.

    24 June 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 20 May

  1. MP Obara criticises Orengo over remarks against Wanga

    Kabondo Kasipul MP Eve Obara has criticised Siaya Governor James Orengo over remarks against Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, saying they demeaned the integrity of women leaders and undermined gender equality and women's progress in leadership.

    20 May 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 19 May

  1. MP Obara calls femicide urgent priority after singer's death

    Kabondo Kasipul MP Eve Obara has condemned the death of gospel singer Rachel Wandetto, who was attacked and set ablaze in Mwiki, Nairobi, as a reflection of rising femicide cases in the country. Obara called for swift investigations and urgent national action to protect women and girls from violence.

    19 May 2026 · The Standard →

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