Josphat Thiong’o

Legislators tell off Moes Kuria over Del Monte land saga

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-07-11 22:36:44

Parliament team wants transactions on the 7,300-acre land halted. Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria convened a meeting to form stakeholders’ committee

Maandamano Bill will curtail right to hold demos, legal experts say

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-07-17 15:46:38

The Bill by Mbeere North MP Geoffrey Ruku seeks to have conveners of protests held liable for any damage to property or loss of lives.

Rivals spoil Ruto's party in week of high stakes

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-07-17 15:46:50

The intensity of protests that took place during a state visit by Iranian President Ebraim Raisi, was like an unexpected storm on President Ruto’s parade.

NHIF CEO under fire over fraudulent payments to hospitals

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-07-26 12:12:10

A media expose revealed how eight medical facilities siphoned millions of shilling from the Fund allegedly aided by senior staff. The same is said to be happening across other counties.

Global Fund was right on discrepancies in Sh3.7b nets tender, says Kemsa

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-07-26 16:55:37

Kemsa Procurement Director John Kabuchi told the Jackson Mandago-led team that they want to use the weaknesses identified to strengthen the agency's procurement structures.

Azimio reaches out to Ruto for structured talks to end protests

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-07-29 20:35:05

Uhuru Kenyatta did not make a speech even as the opposition softened its stance and emphasised the need for structured dialogue with the Kenya Kwanza regime.

Bipartisan talks set stage for showdown ahead of Monday's Kenya Kwanza, Azimio meeting

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-08-05 12:44:09

Azimio La Umoja, led by Raila, has been at crossroads with Ruto's government, especially over the high cost of living.

MPs call for special audit on Huduma Namba deal

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-08-06 03:57:15

The Huduma Namba project was launched in 2019 and up to Sh10 billion had been spent by December 2022. 37.7 million Kenyans were registered using 31,500 kits on 52 mass registration days.

Bid to make UDA monolith party as Ruto flexes political muscle

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-08-09 17:18:08

President William Ruto has been on the offensive with eyes on the 2027 re-election bid and indications showing he plans to create a political behemoth for his second term.

Former CS, railways boss taken to task over Joho firm cargo deal

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-08-26 13:09:53

According to a report by Deputy Auditor General, Macharia and Mainga failed to make the process open to interested stakeholders to ensure fairness, transparency, equity and cost-

Raila-Ruto talks: What bipartisan committee agreed to prioritise

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-08-26 19:53:56

IEBC will be a prime feature of the talks shortly after the Kenya kwanza and Azimio la Umoja teams sign the new framework agreement on Wednesday.

MPs want tax cap on personal items raised

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-11-09 01:29:47

MPs said they would initiate a process to compel KRA to review the tax cap on dutiable goods from the current figure to Sh5 million.

MPs approve deployment of police to Haiti mission

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-11-16 23:07:27

Wandayi was adamant that the deployment of the officers was tantamount to breaking the law. But Ichung'wah said police officers took an oath to protect lives and being deployed.

Prove me wrong and release oil deal agreement, Raila dares Ruto

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-11-18 20:37:20

Raila claims there are glaring inconsistencies linked to the oil deal and calls for its immediate cancellation. Energy CS refutes claims government handpicked oil marketing companies.

Njeri and Chirchir to face MPs over Sh17b oil import

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-11-22 14:07:29

Njeri is expected to testify under oath on the dealings of the cargo and is required to provide documents supporting her claims that the oil belongs to her.

State officers devise ways to earn more than they're entitled to

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-11-27 07:04:32

CRA bypasses SRC, implements new salary structure and irregularly promotes staff. SRC facing legal battles from state officers keen to cushion themselves against ‘punitive’ pay cuts and taxes.

Is a referendum the new battle front between Ruto and Raila?

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-12-03 20:42:48

Raila says a significant restructuring of government must go through a referendum to avoid mischief in future. MPs allied to Ruto say calls for a plebiscite are premature.

MPs disrupt sitting over NG-CDF cash

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-12-05 19:53:10

National Assembly forced to adjourn afternoon sitting after MPs stage a walk-out protesting the delayed disbursement of NG-CDF funds.

Murkomen says KeRRA not to blame in roads allocation row

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-12-07 00:08:16

The CS explained that constituency road committees, staffed by appointees of the NG-CDF and overseen by MPs, are responsible for ensuring optimal use of the fuel levy

Return to old order: Ruto's bid to amass political clout ahead of re-election battle

By Josphat Thiong’o   2023-12-10 19:07:56

Proposals indicate Ruto is keen on running the country under the old order. Don says the president is intent on returning to old ways of unquestionable authority.