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Moses Wetangula

Also known as: Speaker Wetangula · National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula · NA Speaker Moses Wetangula · Speaker Wetang'ula · Speaker Moses Wetangula

National Assembly Speaker who has urged former President Uhuru to exit politics and advocated for teachers' concerns over medical scheme access.

2026-04-252026-05-21
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  1. May 2026

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    Citizen Digital

    President Ruto defends CBE, reveals plans to recruit 20,000 teachers

  7. … Acknowledging that layers of duplication in awarding bursaries have been hurting education, Moses Wetangula, National Assembly Speaker, directed members of parliament to formulate laws to integrate bursaries and public scholarships into one fund, early this year. …

    The Standard

    Government moves to consolidate bursaries for free education

  8. … outside the capital to directly participate in the national event.The celebrations brought together thousands of workers from across the country, alongside national and county leaders including Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula …

    The Standard

    Workers dance to 'Vaida' hit as Vihiga hosts Labour Day fete
  9. April 2026
Politics

Cherargei accuses Nyoro of hypocrisy over fuel prices

The News

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has accused Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro of hypocrisy over fuel prices, claiming Nyoro contributed to the current tax regime on petroleum products while serving as Chairperson of the National Assembly Budget and Appropriations Committee. Cherargei says Nyoro has no moral authority to propose measures to lower fuel prices after being part of the decision to raise VAT on petroleum products from 8% to 16% in 2023/2024.

19 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Yesterday

  1. Cherargei accuses Nyoro of hypocrisy over fuel prices

    Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has accused Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro of hypocrisy over fuel prices, claiming Nyoro contributed to the current tax regime on petroleum products while serving as Chairperson of the National Assembly Budget and Appropriations Committee. Cherargei says Nyoro has no moral authority to propose measures to lower fuel prices after being part of the decision to raise VAT on petroleum products from 8% to 16% in 2023/2024.

    19 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Friday 15 May

  1. President Ruto plans to recruit 20,000 teachers, defends CBE

    President William Ruto attended Thika High School's 70th anniversary on Friday and announced plans to recruit 20,000 teachers. He defended Competency-Based Education (CBE) while speaking about government education reforms.

    15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Wetangula urges Uhuru to support unity, not undermine government

    National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula told retired President Uhuru Kenyatta to act as a statesman and support national unity rather than undermine the Kenya Kwanza administration, warning that continuing to do so risks damaging his legacy. Wetangula urged Uhuru to follow the example of former presidents Kibaki and Moi, who allowed their successors to govern without interference.

    12 May 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 5 May

  1. President Ruto's handlers withholding truth on Western region politics

    An opinion piece argues that President Ruto's political advisors, including PCS Mudavadi and Speaker Wetang'ula, are not being honest with him about Western region politics, a situation the columnist warns could ultimately undermine his leadership.

    5 May 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 2 May

  1. Wetang'ula urges Uhuru to exit active politics like Moi, Kibaki

    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.

    2 May 2026 · Capital News →

Friday 1 May

  1. Presidential secondary bursary cut to Sh100 million as consolidation urged

    The government has reduced the presidential secondary bursary allocation from Sh400 million to Sh100 million for 2026/2027. The Institute of Public Finance argues that consolidating multiple parallel bursary schemes could eliminate duplication and provide full free secondary education with a Sh20 billion surplus.

    1 May 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Hundreds of workers gather in Vihiga for Labour Day celebrations

    Hundreds of Kenyan workers from parastatals, trade unions and companies streamed into Vihiga County for national Labour Day celebrations at Friends School Chavakali High School on Friday. Participants marched in organised groups wearing coordinated uniforms and carrying placards calling for improved working conditions and better remuneration.

    1 May 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 30 April

  1. AFC chief presents petition for customary land and inheritance law reforms

    A petition for amendments to customary land and inheritance laws was presented to the Speaker of the National Assembly on Wednesday by Agricultural Finance Corporation chairperson John Mruttu. The reform aims to address legal complexities and barriers that have prevented vulnerable groups, including widows, orphans, and youth, from accessing land rightfully theirs.

    30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 25 April

  1. Speaker Wetangula urges Health Ministry to address teachers' SHA challenges

    National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has urged the Ministry of Health to address challenges teachers are facing under the Social Health Authority medical scheme, saying the issues preventing them from accessing quality medical services are valid and need practical solutions. Teachers have expressed frustration with the scheme, citing high out-of-pocket costs, lack of comprehensive cover compared to previous schemes, and calling for removal of co-payments and better access to specialized care.

    25 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Wetangula rallies Bungoma teachers to strengthen Western support

    National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula held meetings with teachers and union officials in Bungoma County as part of political mobilization efforts to consolidate support for President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election. He reaffirmed the government's commitment to education sector reform and emphasized teachers' influence within communities, following similar outreach to religious leaders and community elders in the region.

    25 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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