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Samburu Senator denies allegations of sending goons to harm colleague
CountiesGovernance and Opinion

Samburu Senator denies allegations of sending goons to harm colleague

Samburu Senator Lelegwe Ltumbesi has dismissed allegations by the nominated Senator Hezena Lemaletian linking him to an alleged plot to harm her, terming the claims reckless, false, and defamatory.

byDavid Bogonko Nyokang'iJanuary 30, 2026February 3, 2026
Osotsi defends Senate oversight as Vihiga executive faces CPAC scrutiny
CountiesGovernance and Opinion

Osotsi defends Senate oversight as Vihiga executive faces CPAC scrutiny

Vihiga County Senator Godfrey Osotsi has defended the Senate’s oversight role following a heated public debate triggered by the appearance of the Vihiga County Executive before the Senate County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC).

byVoiceNews EditorialJanuary 29, 2026January 29, 2026
Senate Summons Garissa Governor Nathif Jama for failing to appear before Senate committee
CountiesGovernance and Opinion

Senate Summons Garissa Governor Nathif Jama for failing to appear before Senate committee

Garissa Governor Nathif Jama’s request to postpone his appearance before the Senate County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC) was denied. Instead, the Committee issued a summons warning that noncompliance would result in legal penalties.

byDavid Bogonko Nyokang'iJanuary 29, 2026January 29, 2026
Governor Mutai struggled to explain how Sh.200 million in water revenue went missing in Kericho
CountiesGovernance and Opinion

Governor Mutai struggled to explain how Sh.200 million in water revenue went missing in Kericho

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has been invited by the Senate County Public Investments and Special Funds committee to thoroughly examine and audit the…

byDavid Bogonko Nyokang'iJanuary 29, 2026January 29, 2026
Senate Grills Governor Ayacko over Migori financial Malpractice
CountiesGovernance and Opinion

Senate Grills Governor Ayacko over Migori financial Malpractice

The Senate County Public Investments and Special Funds Committee has taken a firm stance against Migori Governor Ochilo Ayacko.

byDavid Bogonko Nyokang'iJanuary 28, 2026January 29, 2026
Call to SRC to Withdraw circular on Governor’s Mansions
CountiesGovernance and Opinion

Call to SRC to Withdraw circular on Governor’s Mansions

Laikipia Governor Joshua Irungu has sparked debate in the Senate after publicly opposing a directive by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) requiring counties to construct official residences for governors.

byDavid Bogonko Nyokang'iJanuary 28, 2026January 29, 2026
Mbarire moves to seal audit gaps via ongoing corrective measures
CountiesGovernance and Opinion

Mbarire moves to seal audit gaps via ongoing corrective measures

Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire has defended her administration following a raft of queries raised by the Auditor-General for the financial year ended June 30, 2025, saying the county has taken concrete steps to address weaknesses flagged in financial management, procurement, governance, and service delivery.

byDavid Bogonko Nyokang'iJanuary 28, 2026January 29, 2026
Senate considers Stopping funds for counties with unresponsive governors
CountiesGovernance and Opinion

Senate considers Stopping funds for counties with unresponsive governors

The Senate County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC) is exploring alternative legal measures to compel governors to appear before Parliament and account for funds allocated to…

byDavid Bogonko Nyokang'iJanuary 27, 2026January 28, 2026
Senate Committee scrutinizes Governor Mwadime’s distressed water sector
CountiesGovernance and Opinion

Senate Committee scrutinizes Governor Mwadime’s distressed water sector

The Senate County Public Investment and Special Funds Committee heard testimony from Governor Andrew Mwadime regarding the financial operations of Tavevo Water and Sewerage Company…

byDavid Bogonko Nyokang'iJanuary 27, 2026January 29, 2026
Financial crisis at Baringo water utilities blamed on insolvency and inefficiency
CountiesGovernance and Opinion

Financial crisis at Baringo water utilities blamed on insolvency and inefficiency

Baringo Governor Benjamin Cheboi led the County Executive before the Senate County Public Investment and Special Funds Committee to address a series of audit queries regarding the county’s three water utilities.

byDavid Bogonko Nyokang'iJanuary 27, 2026January 28, 2026

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