African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
Across Africa’s legislative chambers, some of the most consequential decisions are shaped far from the glare of plenary debates and live television coverage. They are forged instead in structured parliamentary retreats—quiet, strategic spaces where lawmakers step back from partisan contestation to reflect, realign, and reset national legislative priorities. As Kenya’s National Assembly begins a five-day […]
Nairobi, Kenya — Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has strongly criticized a group of Kenyan legislators who allegedly planned a visit to Taiwan while President William Ruto was on an official state visit to China. Speaking before the Senate Security and Foreign Affairs Committee, Mudavadi termed the move “reckless and malicious,” warning that it risked […]
The 5-day mid-term retreat in Naivasha, themed “Marshalling House Business: Progress Made This Far and Lessons Learnt,” commenced on Monday, January 27, 2025, and provided a comprehensive review of legislative achievements during the first three sessions of the 13th Parliament. The retreat also set the stage for strategic planning for the fourth session. A proposal […]
The 13th Parliament resumed on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, following its recess. Among the key contributors was Hon. Steve Mogaka, who actively advocated for reforms in the coffee sector and education, particularly addressing the pressing challenges facing coffee farmers and the country’s basic learning institutions. During his speech, Mogaka highlighted the plight of coffee farmers […]
