{"id":11006,"date":"2026-10-27T03:17:11","date_gmt":"2026-10-27T03:17:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kenyatopstories.co.ke\/?p=11006"},"modified":"2026-10-27T03:17:13","modified_gmt":"2026-10-27T03:17:13","slug":"a-press-statement-by-mr-charles-owino-and-the-government-spokes-person","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kenyatopstories.co.ke\/index.php\/2026\/10\/27\/a-press-statement-by-mr-charles-owino-and-the-government-spokes-person\/","title":{"rendered":"A Press Statement by Mr., Charles Owino, and the government spokes person"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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A Press Statement by Mr. Charles Owino, and the government spokes person
By Benard Mulwa<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The government wishes to clarify reports circulating on social media alleging that the National Assembly passed amendments to the Elections Act removing the mandatory livestreaming of election results. The reports are false and misrepresent the outcome of parliament consideration of the Elections (Amendment) (No2) Bill, 2024
The fact of the matter is that the Elections (Amendment) (No 2)Bill, 2024 (Senate Bill, No 29 of 2024), was introduced in the National Assembly on 13th February 2025,having originated from the Senate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Bill was among those associated with the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) process during the Bill\u2019s consideration, petitions were filed in the high Court challenging the constitutionality of Section 39 of the Elections Act, which provides for the management and transmission of election results, including their livestreaming by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).<\/p>\n\n\n\n


On Thursday, 22nd October 2026,the national Assembly considered the Bill and deleted clause 22,which had proposed replacing section 39 of the Elections Act before passing as directed by the high Court. Consequently, section 39 remains in force without the proposed changes to remove livestreaming. The claim that Parliament has abolished the mandatory livestreaming of elections results is therefore false. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The public and the media are urged to verify information against official parliamentary records, court decisions, and applicable law prior to sharing it. Responsible reporting and the rejection of misinformation are essential to maintaining public confidence in the electoral process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Excessive Felling of tress on the Aberdares forest<\/p>\n\n\n\n


There have been complaints in the past week about alleged excessive tree felling and deforestation in the Aberdares Ecosystem. The Aberdares Ecosystem covers the counties of Nyandarua and Muranga as well as parts of Kiambu. The fact of the matter is that there are commercial trees which had reached maturity and rotation age. Many trees in these commercial had developed heavy weight and heart rot and were therefore falling, leading to commercial loss. The forest department allowed the harvesting of mature commercial Cyprus trees at Geta forest station, compartment 8A and keriita forest station in Kiambu and Nyandarua counties, respectively. This was done through online applications by qualified sawmillers in accordance with Public Procurement and disposal Act.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All three sawmillers awarded are locals from the three counties of the central region of Kenya within the Aberdares Ecosytstem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


There are immediate plans to set up plantations during the short rains using the Plantation Establishment and Livelihood Improvement Scheme (PELIS). This plan helps locals grow crops frothier own use and for sale for three years, until the trees form a full canopy. \u201cIn this case, a member of parliament has taken the government to court in Ol Kalou, and the process has been paused for two weeks while the court decides. The government shall remain compliant to the rule of law\u201d. Mr. Charles told journalists in his media briefing today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Eastleigh building collapse Tragedy<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Following the unfortunate collapse of a building on 9th street, First Avenue in Esatleigh, the rescue operation continues. The rescuers have gone through 50% of the debris, and so far two people, a male and a female, have been rescued alive and are in hospital. The controversies over whether the approvals were issued have been referred to the DCI for investigation and possible prosecution. We thank member of Eastleigh community for the patience and support during the operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Update on Ebola situation<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The total number of cases confirmed remains nine (9), including the index case who died on 5th October 2026 and the second case who died on 23rd October 2026. The seven (7) patients undergoing treatment in designated isolation facilities, three family members, and four (4) health workers who cared for the first case are responding well to treatment by infectious disease specialists. Every contact has been traced, at home and abroad. All 135 contacts associated with the first case have been traced 100%. We thank our national and county-tracing team, families, communities and development partners for their support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) and the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA)
The National assessment and examinations have officially kicked off across the country today. The government wishes to extend its warmest and most heartfelt encouragement to all candidates sitting for the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment ( KPSEA) and the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The government of Kenya wishes to issue an unequivocal warning to all individuals, institutions, and stakeholders regarding the integrity of these national examinations. Strict legal action will be taken swiftly against anyone, whether a candidate, School administrator, teacher, or outsider, who attempts to compromise the credibility of the KPEA and KJSEA exams. Let us protect the integrity of our national education system and allow our children to succeed through their own honest efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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