The Parliamentary Honours Advisory Committee has released the list of 68 nominees proposed for the conferment of National Honours in 2025.
The notice, published by the Parliament of Kenya during its Thirteenth Parliament, Fifth Session, was made under Section 8(2) of the National Honours Act, Cap. 216A.
It outlines Members of Parliament and parliamentary officers proposed for various national awards.
Among the nominees are senators, MPs, and parliamentary staff who have been recommended for recognition under different categories, including the Chief of the Order of the Burning Spear (CBS), Elder of the Order of the Burning Spear (EBS), and Moran of the Order of the Burning Spear (MBS).
Some of the notable nominees include Senate Majority Whip Sen. Ledama Olekina, who has been proposed for the Elder of the Order of the Burning Spear (EBS), and National Assembly Majority Whip Hon. Silvanus Osoro, nominated for the Chief of the Order of the Burning Spear (CBS).
Others include Minority Whip Hon. Junet Mohammed, National Assembly Deputy Speaker Hon. Gladys Boss, and several parliamentary committee chairs and vice-chairs.
Also nominated are key parliamentary staff, including directors and senior officers from both the National Assembly and the Senate.
These include CPA Nyegenye Jeremiah Nyegenye, Clerk of the Senate and Secretary of the Parliamentary Service Commission, proposed for the Chief of the Order of the Burning Spear (CBS), and CPA Samuel Njoroge, Clerk of the National Assembly and Secretary to the Parliamentary Service Commission, nominated for the Elder of the Order of the Burning Spear (EBS).
Other officers listed are Millicent Odhiambo, State Superintendent in Audit Services, and CPA Mary Wanyonyi Chebukati, Commissioner at the Commission on Revenue Allocation.
The public has been invited to submit any objections or representations regarding the nominees to the Joint Secretariat, Parliamentary Honours Advisory Committee.
Submissions must be made through [email protected] and received on or before Monday, 13th October 2025, at 5 pm. Presidential awards are granted under the authority of the National Honours Act of 2013.
This law establishes the legal and procedural framework for recognizing citizens who have demonstrated outstanding service, patriotism, heroism, or leadership.
The awards are structured in a clear order of precedence, signifying their level of prestige.
The Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya is the highest and most distinguished order in the country.
It is awarded for exceptional and exemplary contributions to the nation.
The Order of the Burning Spear is the second-highest honour and is awarded to civilians who have demonstrated outstanding merit and distinguished service in their respective fields, including public service, academia, the arts, and sports.
The Order of the Grand Warrior of Kenya (O.G.W.) is conferred upon individuals in recognition of their selfless and dedicated service to the nation.
Head of State's Commendation (H.S.C.), which has both a military and a civilian division, is awarded for commendable service to the country.
It is a significant honour that recognizes individuals from all walks of life, including community organisers, entrepreneurs, and public servants who have made a notable impact.
While presidential awards may not come with a monetary prize, their significance lies in their symbolic value.
