Also known as: Tinderet MP Julius Melly · Julius Melly (Tinderet)
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Citizen Digital
… The committee, chaired by Tinderet MP Julius Melly, met the university's management led by Prof. …
Moi University lecturers demand apology from VC for allegedly calling them parasitesThe Standard
… Those reported absent included Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro, Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa, Maragua MP Mary Wamaua, Maara MP Kareke Mbiuki, Tinderet MP Julius Melly, Ndia MP George Kariuki, Kiambaa MP John Njuguna alias Kawanjiku, Likuyani MP Innocent Mugabe, Thika Town MP Alice Ng'ang'a a …
Court strikes out petition challenging Finance Act 2026 over MPs' absenteeismCitizen Digital
… National Assembly Education Committee Chairperson Julius Melly: “Make sure you share that report before you start implementing it.” Prof. …
Cash-strapped Moi University plans fresh staff layoffs as debt tops Ksh.8BThe Standard
… At the time, National Assembly Education Committee Chairperson Julius Melly warned that Parliament would not pass the education budget without guaranteed examination funding. …
KNEC faces Sh5 Billion deficit to administer exams this yearCapital News
… The Committee chairman by Julius Melly (Tinderet MP) said the inquiry would help establish the root causes of the recurring incidents and inform recommendations to restore stability in schools. …
Education Committee probes rising cases of school fires and student unrestCitizen Digital
… Others were National Assembly Deputy Speaker Gladys Boss Shollei, Education Committee Chairperson Julius Melly, and a delegation of legislators from South Korea. …
Investment in technology, education reforms key for prosperity - President RutoCapital News
… Others were National Assembly Deputy Speaker Gladys Boss Shollei, Education Committee Chairperson Julius Melly, and a delegation of legislators from South Korea. …
Science and innovation Kenya’s only path to global competitiveness: RutoCitizen Digital
… Present were Education Cabinet Secretary Migosi Ogamba, Principal Secretaries Julius Bitok (Basic Education) and Beatrice Inyangala (University Education), Teachers Service Commission Chairperson Jamleck Muturi, Parliamentary Committee Chairman on Education Julius Melly, who is a …
President Ruto orders digitisation of education data to weed out cartelsRuaraka MP TJ Kajwang' and Seme MP James Nyikal have challenged National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula to substantiate claims that legislators receive Teachers Service Commission employment letters for distribution to constituents, saying they did not receive any such letters at State House.
26 August 2026 · The Standard →
Ruaraka MP TJ Kajwang' and Seme MP James Nyikal have challenged National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula to substantiate claims that legislators receive Teachers Service Commission employment letters for distribution to constituents, saying they did not receive any such letters at State House.
26 August 2026 · The Standard →
The National Assembly Education Committee has approved the nominations of former KNUT Secretary General Wilson Sossion and TSC Director of Staffing Antonina Lentoijoni to join the Teachers Service Commission, following their vetting and a lifted court conservatory order.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Former KNUT secretary-general Wilson Sossion, nominated to the Teachers Service Commission, told MPs that his history of confronting the employer on behalf of teachers will not affect his ability to serve independently; he said his union experience could instead strengthen the commission by providing deeper understanding of educators' challenges.
20 August 2026 · Capital News →
The Education Committee has scrutinised two nominees for the Teachers Service Commission, raising concerns over teacher promotion, welfare, staffing shortages, and records management. Nominee Wilson Sossion, a former teachers' representative, pledged to address promotion delays and develop reward systems for teachers if approved.
20 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Lands Principal Secretary issued 477 title deeds to residents of Kapchure Settlement Scheme in Tinderet Constituency, Nandi County, resolving years of uncertainty over land ownership in an area affected by colonial-era displacements.
18 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Assembly's Committee on Education has begun scrutinizing four proposed Bills aimed at implementing recommendations from the Presidential Working Party on Education Reform. The key legislation includes the Tertiary Education Placement and Funding Bill, which would merge tertiary education financing bodies and introduce a means-testing system for student support based on household income and financial need.
6 August 2026 · Capital News →
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 →
The National Assembly's Departmental Committee on Education is reviewing four education reform Bills aimed at restructuring student funding and strengthening governance in learning institutions. A key proposal is the Tertiary Education Placement and Funding Bill, which seeks to merge the Higher Education Loans Board, Universities Fund Board, and TVET Funding Board into a single Tertiary Education Funding Authority.
5 August 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki stated that the government is pursuing an all-inclusive development agenda reaching every county, including those previously marginalized, citing roads, electricity, water, markets, and affordable housing as examples of projects now visible across Kenya.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Universities Academic Staff Union at Moi University is demanding a public apology from Acting Vice-Chancellor Prof. Kiplagat Kotut over alleged remarks in which he described lecturers as "parasites" during a parliamentary committee appearance on July 2.
5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Universities Academic Staff Union at Moi University is demanding a public apology from Acting Vice-Chancellor Prof. Kiplagat Kotut over alleged remarks describing lecturers as "parasites," reportedly made during the university's appearance before the National Assembly Committee on Education.
5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The High Court has struck out a petition challenging the Finance Act 2026 and Appropriations Act 2026 over claims that more than half of MPs skipped the crucial vote, ruling the petition was prematurely filed as the petitioners had not first pursued statutory procedures for accessing National Assembly attendance records.
3 July 2026 · The Standard →
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 →
The Kenya National Examinations Council faces a critical Sh5 billion deficit as it prepares to administer national exams to a record 3.5 million learners this year, with concurrent assessment systems stretching its logistical and financial capacity.
18 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's National Assembly Departmental Committee on Education will conduct a comprehensive inquiry into rising cases of school fires, property destruction, and student unrest. Previous studies identified examination stress, poor student-teacher relationships, inadequate grievance mechanisms, weak counseling, overcrowding, poor living conditions, and drug abuse as major causes, while safety audits found widespread non-compliance with fire safety standards.
15 June 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto has said deliberate investment in science, technology and innovation is necessary for the country's prosperity and global competitiveness, and that continued education reforms and expansion of research and technology institutions are part of the government's strategy for national transformation. He made the remarks at State House after awarding charters to KAIST and KEMRI universities.
14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto said deliberate investment in science, technology and innovation is the only path to Kenya's prosperity and global competitiveness. He awarded charters to the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) and the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), elevating them to specialised degree-awarding status as part of the government's strategy for national transformation.
14 May 2026 · Capital News →
President Ruto has directed the Ministry of Education to digitise all education data within two months to improve accountability and weed out cartels. A recent audit identified 87,000 ghost secondary school students, 800,000 fake pupils in primary schools, and 200 non-existent schools, with the government paying Ksh.1.2 billion annually for learners that did not exist.
7 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →