Senator Edwin Sifuna Removed From Senate Petroleum Committee - June 2026

Senator Edwin Sifuna has been removed from the Senate's Petroleum Committee, a move that has sparked tensions within the Kenyan Parliament. This development comes as the Finance Bill 2026 advances to its second reading stage amid a heated debate on revenue proposals. Meanwhile, the Kenyan Parliament is reviewing a second supplementary budget that includes proposals for significant funding. Opposition Members of Parliament have protested the passage of the Finance Bill 2026, with Kenyan Members of Parliament reportedly rebelling against President Ruto's proposed tax bill. The parliamentary division intensifies as matatu operators continue a nationwide strike protesting increased fuel prices.