Senate · Afternoon Sitting
Tuesday, 10 February 2026
Senators condemned the alleged corruption and impunity of county governors, accusing them of subverting the Constitution and misusing public funds. They called for the EACC, DCI and the Director of Public Prosecutions to act on outstanding recommendations and for the Senate Business Committee to hold governors accountable. Specific examples of financial mismanagement in Nyamira, Wajir and other counties were cited, and the Speaker expressed shame over political interference in devolution. Senators debated the reconfiguration of Senate committees, stressing constitutional compliance and the need for rigorous accountability of county funds and devolution. They raised concerns about gold mining in Kakamega, its potential to destabilise communities, and criticised the Council of Governors for not appearing before oversight committees. Procedural issues such as the scheduling of reports and the establishment of a Senate Business Committee were also discussed. Senators criticised county governors for alleged harassment, intimidation and corruption, urging them to appear before Senate committees and warning of possible fund stoppages. They highlighted the need to prioritize audit reports and proposed motions to name non‑cooperative governors. The debate also referenced challenges in county fund disbursement and the broader role of Senate oversight.
Clerk, do we have quorum? Serjeant-at-Arms, please, ring the Bell for five minutes.
[(The Clerk-at-the-Table consulted with the Temporary Speaker)]
[(The Quorum Bell was rung)]
Hon. Senators, can we settle down? Clerk, you may read the Orders.
Hon. Senators, it is my pleasure and privilege to welcome you back from the recess. I believe that you have had the opportunity to spend time with your families and constituents over the Christmas and New Year festivities. In accordance with Standing Order No.31 (1) , the Fifth Session begins today, 10th February, 2026 and will conclude on Thursday, 3rd December, 2026. Very shortly, the Senate Bu…
Hon. Senators, as we begin the Fifth Session, it is important to take stock of the activities and achievements in the Fourth Session. Five Senate Bills were considered by both Houses and assented to by His Excellency the President. These Bills are-
[[The Temporary Speaker (Sen. Mumma) left the Chair] [The Speaker (Hon. Kingi) in the Chair]]
Senator for Kilifi, kindly take your seat.
[(Sen. Madzayo sat in his place)]
Hon. Senators, you will recall that the Clerk, vide a letter dated 4th February, 2026 addressed to all Senators and copied to the Speaker, notified Senators of the installation of a new multi-media digital congress system to manage the various aspects of Senate proceedings in plenary. The installation was undertaken in the course of the long recess and is currently at the final configuration stag…
Proceed, the Senate Majority Leader.
Thank you. Mr. Speaker, Sir. I beg to give notice of the following Motion- THAT, pursuant to Standing Orders No.190 and 199 (3) , the Senate approves the following Senators nominated to serve in the Senate Business Committee for the Fifth Session, in addition to the Speaker of the Senate, who pursuant to Standing Order No.190 (1) (a) , shall be the Chairperson of the Committee, the Senate Majority…
Next Order.
Hon. Senators, rise. There being no other business on the Order Paper, the Senate stands adjourned until tomorrow, Wednesday, 11th February 2026 at 9.30 a.m. Thank you. The Senate rose at 4.01 p.m.