Speaking during a television interview on Thursday, November 12, 2026, Karauri took responsibility for not being sufficiently involved in parliamentary business despite holding a position in the National Assembly's Housing Committee.
The legislator conceded that his record in sponsoring and advancing Bills was not impressive, acknowledging that he could have done more to influence lawmaking.
He explained that his approach to politics had partly been shaped by his previous professional experience, where he preferred activities that produced measurable results.
Karauri said he sometimes avoided speaking on parliamentary issues when he believed his contributions would not lead to meaningful action.
However, he admitted that this mindset had affected his performance and was something he needed to change.
He expressed regret over failing to push himself to participate more actively in debates, legislation and other parliamentary responsibilities.
Despite the admission, Karauri defended his contribution through the Housing Committee, arguing that his involvement had exposed him to key government programmes targeting housing shortages and informal settlements.
He pointed to the Affordable Housing Programme and slum upgrading initiatives, saying legislation developed through the committee had helped facilitate their implementation.
The MP maintained that the impact of these projects was sometimes overlooked in public discussions, particularly on social media, and challenged critics to visit the sites and assess the progress.
He also highlighted ongoing developments in Kasarani, including affordable housing projects and a major market under construction in Maji Mazuri.
According to Karauri, the market is expected to provide organised trading spaces for small-scale traders who have been conducting business along roadsides in areas such as Mwiki and Clay City.
His remarks have brought renewed attention to his performance as Kasarani MP, particularly his responsibility to represent constituents through legislation, oversight and parliamentary debate.
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