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Chaos in Parliament as MPs Stage Walkout Over Speaker Wetangula’s Ruling on Majority Party A heated session unfolded in Parliament after National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula ruled that Kenya Kwanza remains the majority coalition while Azimio la Umoja is the minority. Wetangula firmly defended his decision, arguing that the recent High Court ruling on the matter was flawed and would not affect the current House leadership. According to Wetangula’s ruling, Kenya Kwanza retains its majority status with 165 Members of Parliament (MPs), while Azimio remains in the minority with 154 MPs. “Based on my assessment of the situation, Kenya Kwanza…

Kenyan Students Using AI to Cheat in Exams, Robotics Society Calls for Action The Robotics Society of Kenya has urged the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) to take immediate action against students using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to cheat in exams. On Wednesday, the lobby group raised concerns over a new trend where students exploit AI models, such as OpenAI, along with Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), to access exam answers dishonestly. The increasing use of AI in education has sparked serious worries among stakeholders, as more students are turning to these advanced tools to cheat. AI-powered chatbots can quickly generate answers…

The process of acquiring a national identity card (ID) has long been a major challenge for many Kenyans. While some experience long delays before receiving their IDs, those living near the country’s borders have faced even greater difficulties. For them, obtaining an ID or passport has felt like a gamble, with no guarantee of success. However, President William Ruto has now abolished the secondary vetting process that has made life difficult for residents of border regions, particularly those living near Somalia, Ethiopia, South Sudan, and Uganda. For years, ethnic Somalis in Kenya have endured a complicated and often frustrating vetting…

Babu Owino and Ndindi Nyoro Ranked as Top-Performing MPs in 2024 by Infotrak Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro have emerged as the best-performing Members of Parliament in 2024, according to the latest survey by Infotrak. Owino secured the highest rating with a score of 72 percent, closely followed by Nyoro, who attained 71 percent. The rankings were published in the Elected Leaders Performance Index released on Wednesday, February 12. Infotrak stated that the performance ratings were based on a survey conducted between November and December 2023. The research firm gathered responses from residents across different…

Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka found himself at the center of controversy on Wednesday, February 12, after a newspaper advertisement he placed in support of Raila Odinga’s African Union (AU) Chairperson bid sparked debate. The governor dedicated nearly half a page in a local newspaper to convey his best wishes to the former Prime Minister, ahead of the highly anticipated African Union Commission (AUC) elections set for Saturday, February 15. In the message, Lusaka praised Odinga’s leadership and commitment to Africa, stating, “As you stand on the threshold of an extraordinary opportunity to serve as the next Chairperson of the African…

Wetangula Insists Kenya Kwanza Is the Majority Despite Court Ruling National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has declared that Kenya Kwanza remains the majority coalition in Parliament, while Azimio continues as the minority, going against a recent High Court ruling that suggested otherwise. Speaking in Parliament on Wednesday, February 12, Wetangula defended his position by outlining several reasons why he believed the court ruling was flawed. He made it clear that the leadership structure in the House would not change despite the court’s decision. According to the Speaker’s ruling, Kenya Kwanza holds the majority with 165 Members of Parliament (MPs), while…

The Ministry of Health has introduced a panel of experts from the University of Nairobi to evaluate and propose major reforms to the Social Health Insurance (SHA) system. The newly established Benefits Package and Tariffs Advisory Panel (BPTAP) will operate under the Centre for Epidemiological Modelling and Analysis (CEMA) at the University of Nairobi. The panel includes professionals specializing in health economics, epidemiology, actuarial science, and healthcare to ensure a well-rounded approach to improving SHA. Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa stated that the panel’s primary role will be to review and suggest comprehensive healthcare benefits packages, recommend fair pricing models…

The Ministry of Transport has revealed plans to introduce toll charges on selected roads across the country as part of a broader initiative to improve road development and maintenance. A draft Road Tolling Policy, released on Wednesday, February 12, outlines a proposal to impose charges on motorists using newly constructed roads and key highways. Transport Cabinet Secretary (CS) Davis Chirchir explained that the decision to implement toll fees on major roads was driven by financial constraints and a shortage of funds needed for road construction and maintenance. 12 Vehicle Categories to Be Charged According to the draft policy, 12 types…

The Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) has officially opened its Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) portal to allow schools to register Grade 3 learners who do not yet have assessment numbers. In a statement released on Wednesday, KNEC urged school administrators to log into the portal and complete the registration process for their learners. “The CBA portal is now accessible for the registration of Grade 3 learners. Additionally, the portal is open for Grade 6 learners who do not have assessment numbers. Schools are required to log in and ensure all eligible learners are registered,” the statement read. At the same time,…

Kenya’s New Strategy for the African Union’s Top Position In 2017, Kenya put forward Amina Mohamed as its candidate for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson, believing she was the ideal contender due to her impressive career in diplomacy and international affairs. Her qualifications were outstanding—she had served as Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Foreign Affairs (2013-2018), Permanent Representative to the United Nations (2000-2006), Chair of the International Organization for Migration (IOM), and Assistant Secretary-General at the United Nations Environment Programme. She had also chaired the World Trade Organization’s General Council in 2005, making her one of the most experienced candidates…