Here is what you need to know to keep up to speed with today’s happenings.

Tributes for late Malava MP

Tributes are expected to flow in for Moses Malulu Injendi, the Member of Parliament for Malava Constituency, who passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025, while receiving treatment at Aga Khan Hospital.

In his tribute, Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah praised the late UDA legislator’s commitment to serving his constituents, describing him as an inspiration to his parliamentary colleagues.

“It is with heartfelt sympathy that we mourn a colleague and friend, Hon. Moses Malulu Injendi. His dedication to serving Malava and his unwavering commitment to uplifting his constituents were an inspiration to all who had the privilege of working alongside him in Parliament.

“I was honoured to serve with him and will always remember his passion, integrity, and tireless advocacy for the people. His legacy will continue to resonate in the hearts of those he touched. During this difficult time, my deepest condolences go to his family, loved ones, and the entire Malava community. May they find strength in the memories of his remarkable life and service,” Ichung’wah stated in a statement on February 17, 2025.

Deputy Speaker Gladys Boss Shollei also expressed her condolences, emphasizing Injendi’s steadfast dedication to the people of Malava.

“The National Assembly deeply mourns the passing of Hon. Injendi Malulu, a dedicated colleague…My heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends, and the constituents of Malava, whom he served with steadfast devotion. May his soul rest in peace,” National Assembly Deputy Speaker Gladys Boss Shollei.

Parliament resumes

Legislators are expected back in both houses of Parliament as the Senate and National Assembly resume sittings.

This marks the first session since their trip to Addis Ababa, where they accompanied Raila Odinga for the African Union Commission elections over the weekend.

Censure motion against Wetang’ula

Opposition MPs are expected to react to the dismissal of a censure motion against National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula when they resume sittings.

Some MPs had expressed support for the censure motion following Wetang’ula’s controversial ruling that declared the Kenya Kwanza Coalition the majority in the House, despite a prior court ruling.

The motion, filed by the Grassroot Oversight Initiative, was rejected by National Assembly Clerk Samuel Njoroge for failing to comply with procedural requirements.

In his ruling, Njoroge clarified that only sitting Members of Parliament have the legal standing to initiate such motions against the Speaker.

Parliamentary rules stipulate that a specific substantive motion must receive at least three days’ notice for any unfavourable reference to the Speaker’s conduct.

As of now, the Grassroot Oversight Initiative has not publicly responded to the rejection of their petition.