By Afrireport 
Members of the National Assembly will from Tuesday converge in Nakuru County for a five-day legislative retreat aimed at sharpening priorities for the Fifth Session of the 13th Parliament, as the House enters the final and most critical phase of its term.
Speaker Moses Wetang’ula said the retreat will provide lawmakers with an opportunity to take stock of their legislative performance, align on outstanding business and map out a clear roadmap for the remaining period before the next General Election.
He noted that with time running out, Parliament must be deliberate, focused and results oriented.
The retreat comes at a time when the House is under pressure to fast track key bills. They need to clear a backlog of pending legislation. The House must also strengthen oversight of the Executive. This is happening amid growing public scrutiny over governance, the economy, and service delivery.
According to Wetang’ula, the Nakuru meeting will help MPs rise above partisan interests and focus on the national agenda.
This is a crucial moment for the National Assembly. As we approach the tail end of the 13th Parliament, members must prioritise legislation and oversight that directly impacts the lives of Kenyans,” the Speaker said.
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During the five day meeting, MPs are expected to engage in structured discussions on legislative priorities, committee performance, budgetary oversight and implementation of laws already passed by Parliament.
The retreat will also address emerging national issues, including the cost of living, public debt management, health sector reforms and ongoing governance challenges.
Sources indicate that committee chairpersons will present progress reports, highlighting achievements, bottlenecks and bills at various stages of consideration.
The leadership is keen on ensuring that flagship legislative proposals are either passed or conclusively debated before the House adjourns sine die later in the year.
Beyond formal sessions, the Nakuru retreat is also seen as a chance to build consensus and unity among lawmakers, many of whom are already positioning themselves politically ahead of the 2027 General Elections.
As the 13th Parliament winds down, expectations remain high that lawmakers will leave behind a solid legislative legacy.
The Nakuru retreat, Speaker Wetang’ula emphasised, is meant to ensure that the House finishes strong, focused and responsive to the needs of the Kenyan people.
