Serjeants-at-Arms, ring the Quorum Bell. (The Quorum Bell was rung) (Several Members walked into the Chamber) Take your seats, Hon. Members. We now have quorum to transact business.

Hon. Members, I wish to inform the House that during the Extraordinary Session of the Pan-African Parliament held in May 2026 in Midrand, Republic of South Africa, Hon. Rahab Mukami, a Member of the Pan-African Parliament and the Member of Parliament for Nyeri County, was elected to be the President of the Women’s Caucus of the Pan-African Parliament for a three-year term. The Women’s Caucus is established under the Rules of Procedure of the Pan-African Parliament to advocate gender equality, women’s empowerment, and integration of gender sensitive legislation across the African continent.

This position represents a significant honour to the Member. More importantly, it is a proud moment for the Republic of Kenya and a testament to the unwavering commitment of our nation to advance women’s leadership on the continental stage. Therefore, her election places Kenya at the helm of this important continental body, and it is a significant recognition of Kenya’s continued commitment to promoting women’s leadership and inclusive governance at the continental level. It also provides an opportunity to strengthen the caucus’s role in advancing policies that enhance women’s participation in decision-making, promoting economic empowerment and fostering equal representation in governance and development across Africa.

On my own behalf and that of the House, I extend our warmest congratulations to Hon. Rahab Mukami on her well-deserved election. I am confident that she will discharge her responsibilities with a distinction. Furthermore, she will enhance Kenya’s contribution to parliamentary diplomacy and continental cooperation. I urge all the Members to accord her their full support as she undertakes this important responsibility. I thank you.

Next Order.

Thank you very much, Hon. Speaker. Hon. Rahab Mukami, with whom I serve Pan-African Parliament in Midrand, is a diligent lady carrying Kenyan image over the globe. She deserves the position she earned. She is a very eloquent debater in the House. The seat she has been given is a very prestigious position that holds together all parliamentarians in Africa. That position is well earned because of her consistency in eloquence and debate on the Floor of the House in Midrand, Republic of South Africa.

As we speak, South Africa has issues that we need to address as a continent. More importantly, there are serious issues that the Republic of South Africa must address for purposes of the Africa Union to do well. Nations should address them accordingly.

Thank you for giving me the opportunity to serve as a rapporteur in the Committee on Transport, Industry, Communications, Energy, Science and Technology that represents both Kenya and Africa as a whole. Kenya has been granted the two positions that are held within our National Assembly.

Thank you. May God bless Hon. Rahab Mukami, the Member for Nyeri, to work well in her new role.

Thank you. Hon. Members, allow me to acknowledge students seated in the Speaker's Gallery. They are Lenana School from Dagoretti South Constituency and Kasarani School for the Deaf from Kasarani Constituency. Both are from Nairobi City County. On my behalf and that of the House, we welcome the students, their teachers and those accompanying them to Parliament.

Hon. Speaker, I must appreciate this opportunity.

Today, we have an esteemed institution in this Republic, Seated in the Speaker’s Gallery. It started out in a corner of our Constituency that has a great history. Lenana is a great name in this country. Senior Chief Lenana has a great heritage. More so, the institution then known as the Duke of York School built under his name, is a premier institution not only in our constituency but also in the country.

Progressively, Lenana School has grown and expanded to include a primary school named Lenana School Primary. Furthermore, plans are underway to bring even more institutions within the school's 250-acre campus that starts with Lenana Girls School. It will create a comprehensive entity that truly reflects the institution's motto: ‘‘Nothing but the best.’’ The gentlemen you see in the Gallery are the finest in our country. I welcome them to Parliament.

As their Member of Parliament, I must say that this is a premier institution in our country and we welcome them to observe the Proceedings of the House. They shall see what we do here: ‘‘For the welfare of society and the just government of the people.’’ I say Nihil Praeter Optimum which means nothing but the best. That is the motto of this great institution.

We also have students from Kasarani School for the Deaf, and I would ask Members to allow me acknowledge them in a language that they understand.

(Hon. John Kiarie welcomed the learners using the Kenyan Sign Language)

You have spoken for all of us with a special bias to Lenana School. Hon. Tongoyo.

Hon. Speaker, Hon. KJ is my good friend. I wish to know whether we have changed our norms of welcoming and appreciating our guests to wavering.

Hon. Tongoyo, certainly, you were not following. I think Hon. Memusi was distracting you. The learners are from Kasarani School for the Deaf and that was an acknowledgement in the Kenyan Sign Language.

Next Order.

Whip of the Majority Party.

Hon. Speaker, I beg to lay the following papers on the Table:

Thank you, Hon. Naomi. Chairperson, Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations, Hon. Bashir.

Hon. Speaker, I beg to lay the following paper on the Table:

Report of the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations on –

Thank you. Chairperson, Departmental Committee on Energy.

Hon. Speaker, I beg to lay the following paper on the Table:

Reports of the Departmental Committee on Energy on its consideration of—

Thank you. Chairperson, Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning, Hon. Kimani. Is he around?

Hon. Speaker, I beg to lay the following paper on the Table:

Report of the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning on the Harmonisation of the Proposed Amendments to the Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 7 of 2026). Thank you.

Thank you. Next Order.

Chairperson, Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations, Hon. Bashir.

Hon. Speaker, I beg to give notice of the following Motion:

THAT, this House adopts the Report of the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations on its inspection visit to Kenya-led missions in the Republic of Zimbabwe and the Republic of Botswana from 24th to 28th November 2025, laid on the Table of the House on Thursday, 2nd July 2026. Thank you.

Chairperson, Departmental Committee on Energy, Hon. Aramat.

Hon. Speaker, I beg to give notice of the following Motion:

THAT, this House adopts the Report of the Departmental Committee on Energy on its consideration of Sessional Paper No. 4 of 2026 on the National Petroleum Policy, laid on the Table of the House on Thursday, 2nd July 2026, and approves Sessional Paper No. 4 of 2026 on the National Petroleum Policy.

Hon. Speaker, I beg to give notice of the following Motion:

Thank you, Hon. Aramat. Hon. Members, in the Public Gallery, I acknowledge Kibugat Senior School, Bureti Constituency, Kericho County; Kapchelukuny School, Mogotio Constituency, Baringo County; Murigi School, Chuka/Igambang'ombe Constituency, Tharaka Nithi County; and Gwakaithi School, Mbeere North Constituency, Embu County. On my behalf and that of the House, we welcome the students, their teachers and those accompanying them to Parliament.

Next Order.

Hon. Members, being the last day before we go on Recess, I have directed the Clerk and he has obliged to load all the 14 statements that were pending. I am sure some of you will pop up with those that are not on my list. When I give you an opportunity to present your statements and requests, read eloquently and quickly so that we can move faster. I have been requested by three Members who say that they have urgent matters to attend to. Let me give them priority. Hon. Catherine Omanyo, Women Representative for Busia County.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. Pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I rise to request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Health regarding the welfare, employment and gratuity status of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) health workers in the country.

Approximately 7,414 frontline health workers working across the country are indispensable in supplementing the public health workforce. The UHC health workers were engaged by the national Government in collaboration with county governments during the COVID-19 pandemic and have continued to render services across all the counties under the UHC programme. These workers work on temporary contracts, earning a flat monthly stipend of Ksh50,000, while their counterparts engaged by county governments performing similar duties, earn over Ksh100,000, a disparity inconsistent with best labour practices and guidelines by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

The remuneration of UHC health workers is covered by the national Government through Conditional Grants, which have severally been delayed leading to repeated strikes that disrupt provision of healthcare services. Additionally, all contracts for the UHC workers expired on 30th June 2026, creating an urgent employment crisis that demands immediate attention. There are also concerns that the gratuity for the UHC health workers has neither been computed nor set aside in national or county pension schemes, exposing the affected health workers to uncertainty.

It is against this background that I request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Health on the following:

Hon. Cynthia Muge

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. Pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I rise to request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Transport and Infrastructure regarding the deplorable condition of the Rivatex–Kipkaren River Road, particularly the section traversing Mosop Constituency.

The Rivatex–Kipkaren River Road is a critical transport corridor serving thousands of residents, farmers, traders, students and other road users, and connecting Counties like Nandi, Uasin Gishu, Kakamega, Trans Nzoia and beyond. Like other roads, it is expected that the road is subject to routine maintenance works necessary to ensure that the surface remains motorable, including clearing side bushes, drainage maintenance and other works necessary for its safe and efficient use.

Despite the existence of a routine maintenance contract, the said road has been left in a state of neglect with encroachment of overgrown bushes onto the road reserve, that have significantly reduced visibility of motorists, cyclists and even pedestrians. The poorly maintained drainage systems have also resulted in the deterioration of the road, and it has caused a lot of accidents.

The poor state of the road has occasioned numerous traffic accidents. It has delayed transportation and has exposed road users to unnecessary danger and loss. The poor state of the road has occasioned numerous road traffic accidents, delayed transportation and exposed users of the road to unnecessary danger and loss.

It is against this background that I request for a statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Transport and Infrastructure on the following:

Member for Kabuchai.

Hon. Speaker, I rise to request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning regarding the alleged fraudulent withdrawal of funds from Unibrain Industries Limited’s account at ABSA Bank.

Unibrain Industries Limited is and has been at all material times, the holder of account number 204xxxx960 maintained at ABSA Bank, Bunyala Branch. The account was used for the company’s business operations, with its Director, Mr Oscar Makokha, as the registered subscriber of mobile number 0723xxx515, linked to the account for mobile banking notifications, transaction alerts and One-Time Passwords (OTPs).

On or about 12th February 2026, ABSA Bank unilaterally deactivated the company’s mobile banking application without prior notice, completely hindering access to the account. On that same date, the Director’s registered mobile line suffered a total connectivity failure, rendering him unable to make or receive calls, receive text messages and access mobile data services.

During this window of inaccessibility, a total sum of Ksh9,695,365.04 is alleged to have been fraudulently withdrawn from the company’s account number 204xxxx960 without the company’s knowledge or authorisation. Despite lodging a formal complaint with the bank, reporting the matter to Kitengela Police Station under O.B. No.35/13/02/2026 and making numerous follow-ups, the company has to date received no satisfactory explanation regarding the circumstances of the unauthorised withdrawals, nor any adequate update on investigations or recovery of funds.

It is against this background that I request for a statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning on the following:

The Chairpersons responsible for the statements requested by Hon. Omanyo, Cythia and Hon. Kalasinga, bring responses the first week after Recess.

Hon. George Murugara.

Hon. Speaker, I rise to request for a statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security regarding on the circumstances that led to the arrest and subsequent release of a specified suspect by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.

On 7th January 2025, Mr Eric Matakwa Okeno of identity number 32xxxx19 lodged a complaint with the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Nairobi concerning alleged land fraud relating to property No. CR51563, situated in Kikambala area, Kilifi County. The property which forms part of the estate of the late Ms Rosemary Akinyi Okeno, was allegedly fraudulently transferred to Mr James Ovid Shuggars Yhap.

Following the complaint, the DCI undertook investigations and forwarded the inquiry file to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) for review, advice and further action. Upon consideration of the file, the ODPP recommended that the suspect, Mr Faruki Omar Mzee be arrested and charged. On 2nd April 2026, Mr Faruk Omar Mzee was arrested but was reportedly released on the same day, without being charged before a court of law.

The circumstances surrounding his release remain unclear. This has raised concern among the family of the late Ms Rosemary Akinyi Okeno, who fear that the delay or failure to prosecute the matter may frustrate the course of justice and deny the estate legal redress.

Hon. Tongoyo, when do you bring a response? We have already overloaded you in the first week after Recess. Bring a response in the second week.

Most obliged.

Hon. Linet Chepkorir Toto.

Hon. Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I rise to request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security regarding the rising cases of motor vehicle theft in Bomet County.

Motor vehicle theft has emerged as a serious security concern in Bomet County, causing significant financial losses and emotional distress to residents, transport operators, businesses and vehicle owners. In the recent past, several cases of motor vehicle theft majorly targeting Toyota Probox models, have been reported across the County, including the recent theft of motor vehicles Registration Number KDR 855S and KAU 604Y among others, in Bomet Town in June 2026.

These incidences have heightened fear among residents and raised concerns regarding the effectiveness of measures put in place to prevent vehicle theft and facilitate the recovery of stolen vehicles. The continued occurrence of these incidences’ points to possible weaknesses in surveillance, intelligence gathering and coordination among security agencies. There are also concerns that organised criminal syndicates may be operating within the region and neighbouring counties, thereby complicating tracing and recovery efforts by law enforcement agencies.

Hon. Speaker, it is against this background that I request the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security to apprise this House on the following:

Hon. Tongoyo, when can you bring a response?

Two weeks after we resume from Recess.

Two weeks after we resume from Recess? Thank you.

Yes. Same as Hon. Murugara’s.

Hold on, Hon. Suzanne. Hon. Mandazi.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. I want to ride on Hon. Toto’s request for Statement.

You want to joyride.

Yes, I want to joyride on the matter that has been brought to the House by Hon. Toto. Truly, Hon. Speaker, the issue of car theft in Bomet County has become rampant. We call upon all the security and investigative agencies to take action because people are losing cars worth huge amounts of money. Having said so, permit me to send a message of condolence.

Is the theft happening in Bomet village or town?

Bomet town and villages around Bomet. In Sotik, Kaplong and Mulot, several car thefts have been witnessed for the past three to four years. That is why we call upon the security agencies and anyone concerned to act by conducting investigations. Anyone who has been caught doing that, should be taken to court and jailed.

Additionally, permit me to send my message of condolence. This morning, I woke up to the news that members of Chepalungu Constituency, Kimatisio Village, lost three young ones to a fire incident. This occurred during the night. The children and parents were sleeping in separate rooms. This calls for action and investigations must be done. Upon completion of this investigation, parents should be called upon to be responsible. We should be responsible enough not to leave young ones to sleep alone. When we take our children to church and swimming pools, we should be on the lookout. This is a call to each parent to take parenthood seriously.

I condole with the family of Boniface from Kimatuso Village and the entire Chepalungu Constituency for the loss of the three young ones, a seven-year-old boy and a set of twins, girl and boy, who were six years old. All the three were schooling in St. Mary’s Day and Boarding Primary School. I also send a message of condolence to the school, which is in Chepalungu Constituency, Bomet County. Permit me to condole with the family.

Thank you.

Thank you. Hon. Suzanne Kiamba, proceed.

Hon. Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I rise to request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security regarding the dismissal of 18 female police recruits from Kiganjo Police Training College on account of pregnancy.

In May 2026, the National Police Service confirmed that 18 recruits had been discontinued from the basic recruit training course for being pregnant. While the National Police Service indicated that the recruits were discontinued on account of pregnancy, the circumstances under which the pregnancies occurred, including whether the recruits became pregnant before reporting for training or during the training period, remain unclear. Equally unclear, is the legal regulatory or policy framework upon which the decision to discontinue the affected recruits was based.

Hon. Speaker, Article 27 of the Constitution entitles women and men to equal treatment, including equal opportunities. The dismissal of female recruits solely on the basis of pregnancy, has therefore raised legitimate public concern regarding compliance with the Constitution, existing labour laws and the principles of fair administrative action.

Thank you, Hon. Suzanne. Hon. Tongoyo.

Hon. Speaker, considering that I have a lot of backlog, I ask you to kindly allow me to bring the response during the third week after the recess.

Okay.

Nevertheless, Hon. Speaker, I do not want to pre-empt the response, but it is a given fact that the pregnant recruits cannot withstand vigorous training in these barracks. It is a prerequisite that during the vetting for recruitment, they should not be pregnant. Nevertheless, I will still bring the response.

Yes, Hon. Nyenze.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. I would like to joyride on Hon. Tongoyo’s comment. He has said that there should be vetting before recruitment. Do they do proper pregnancy examination during recruitment? What happens after five months? If the vetting is done and you are recruited, what happens after that? Do they do Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) test? Who is responsible for the pregnancy?

Hon. Tongoyo, umesikia hiyo?

Hon. Speaker, as I said earlier, I do not want to pre-empt the response.

Let us give the opportunity to Hon (Dr) Pukose first.

Hon. Speaker, I do not want to pre-empt what the Chairperson will say. It is premature to ask any question, unless we get the response

Yes, Hon. Julius Ole Sunkuli, you are a former police Cabinet Secretary.

Yes, that is why I am surprised, Hon. Speaker. I hope the Hon. Members understand that the NPS and Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) are disciplined forces. Pregnancy is viewed as an act of indiscipline. So, the only question that remains is to answer…

On a point of order, Hon. Speaker.

Yes, Hon. Ruweida.

I am on a point of order.

Hold on, Hon. Julius.

I can finish my contribution and then she can speak, Hon. Speaker, if you do not mind.

Niko kwa hoja ya nidhamu.

Let me finish and then she can raise her point of order.

Mama Ruweida, ngoja amalize ndio umshambulie.

Mbunge mwenzangu amesema… (Technical hitch)

Your microphone is not working.

Hatusikii.

Je, ni haki Mbunge mwenzangu kusema kupata mimba ni ukosefu wa adabu? Yeye angezaliwa kama sio hiyo mimba?

Yes, Hon. Elachi.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. The most important thing here, that is out of order, is when ladies and gentlemen who have joined disciplined forces impregnate themselves inside there. Either the man and woman should go

Hon. Julius, finish up.

It is fair so that my message is not truncated. I say that it is part of the rules in this case. The question asked by Hon. Nyenze will answer this question because some of these pregnancies do not happen among the recruits themselves. They happen between the recruits and instructors or visitors who go there. Once you choose to be pregnant, you can also be recruited as a teacher.

On a point of order, Hon. Speaker.

Hon. Elachi.

The challenge I face with my senior is because of the culture of his community. You cannot say a woman chooses to be pregnant. No woman chooses to be pregnant. It is a matter of a man and woman who have decided, in God’s eyes, to have a child. How do I choose?

What happens if a woman chooses and finds a man to make her pregnant?

Hon. Speaker, that man who decides to give his eggs must be responsible. There is no egg that God gives you to give out and let your child wiggle in the challenges of this life. No, that is wrong.

Yes, Hon. Passaris. What is it?

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. We need to address something. When the recruits go for training, if it is not allowed for one to be pregnant and you know that women will engage in sex and they will get pregnant. Why not put them on a family planning option throughout the training? Why not invest in family planning so that they can have sex, but they will not get pregnant? Family planning works 99 per cent of the time. If it does not work, then she cannot continue with her pregnancy because the child might be harmed. However, she should be allowed to come back after she delivers to continue with the training. Let us just be civilised.

There is a Member who has said that women become pregnant on their own. I want him to know that in his entire constituency, probably 70 per cent of the women who will vote for him are single mothers. They are your voters. You need to retract. At the end of the day, when we become pregnant…. Men are so irresponsible, Hon. Speaker.

Yes, Hon. Murugara.

Thank you. Hon. Speaker, I do not agree with Hon. Passaris that men are irresponsible. We believe we are responsible.

The old adage goes: it takes two either to tango or to tumble. Therefore, the responsibility is on the two. Otherwise, regarding recruits and I am not speaking for the police nor trying to answer the question by Hon. Kiamba, the truth is, on the day of recruitment, the ladies are asked to state on the forms whether they are expectant or not. If she states she is not expectant, she is admitted into the college and a pregnancy test is done. The problem with this is that sometimes it may be too early to detect it. The first pregnancy test may turn out to be negative. After four or five months, a second one is done and turns out to be positive. This is the reason…

Hon. Murugara, when I last checked you were not a gynaecologist.

I am not. I am speaking absolutely from what I know. I have two brothers and a sister who are in the police force, so I follow very closely. Once it is detected, you have to leave the college. Even so, what happens at Kiganjo Police Training College is so strict, unless it has changed, that the male and the females hardly ever meet. Secondly, the seniors are highly prohibited from meeting the female recruits but if that happens, it is indiscipline. If any of them, whether a man or a woman, is detected to have breached those rules, they are liable to the same consequences. It is not just the lady, but also the man who is responsible.

Thank you. Hon. Tongoyo.

Hon. Speaker, I know Members have ventilated on this and of course we are going to come up with a response. Members, especially our new gynaecologist, have tried to respond or give answers.

Thank you. Let us go to Hon. Stephen Mogaka, Wakili.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker, for allowing me to make a request for a Statement regarding provision of comprehensive medical insurance cover for retired prison officers.

Hon. Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I rise to request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Affairs regarding the provision of comprehensive medical insurance cover for retired prison officers.

Thank you. Do prisons fall under Hon. Murugara? So, you misdirected it? Yes, Hon. Murugara.

Thank you very much, Hon. Speaker. Give us the first week after we resume from recess because they may not have much to respond to. However, we confirm that while they are in service, the two medical schemes are in place but we also have to consider what he has asked about, which is post-retirement.

Thank you. Hon. Tongoyo?

I know it is a very confusing situation, because it is from this Parliament that the prisons were taken to the Departmental Committee on Justice and Legal Affairs. However, if I am not wrong, there is the insurance aspect which is still together with the rest of the National Police Service (NPS). That is the only function that is remaining with NPS. It has not been transferred to the Departmental Committee on Justice and Legal Affairs.

Therefore, the two committees to look at the issue and bring a joint statement.

Hon. Members, in the Speaker's Gallery, I acknowledge Kikima Senior School from Mbooni, Makueni County and Mary Immaculate School from Kiambu Town, Kiambu County. In the Public Gallery, we have Twale Junior School from Tigania West, Meru County and St. Peter's Mumias Boys High School from Mumias West, Kakamega County. Hon. Rindikiri.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. Tigania West is my immediate neighbour. I would like to take this opportunity to welcome all the students who are visiting Parliament today and to let them know that this is where all elected Members of Parliament sit to make laws in this country. We are so excited to have you here, courtesy of our Speaker. The Speaker is like the principal that you have in school. We all obey him.

I want to take this opportunity to ask you to please obey your teachers, principals and parents because they are modelling you to become good citizens of this country. You are sitting there as a potential engineer, doctor, Member of Parliament or Speaker. Therefore, please, just observe and practise what you witness here.

We expect to see you in the future in this Parliament. Thank you, Hon. Speaker.

Hon. Josses Lelmengit.

Thank you Hon. Speaker. Hon. Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I rise to request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Agriculture and Livestock regarding the impact of the prolonged dry spell on crop production and food security in the North Rift Region.

Hon. Speaker, the North Rift Region, comprising among others, Nandi, Uasin Gishu, Trans Nzoia and Elgeyo-Marakwet counties contribute significantly to the country’s food crop production. At the onset of the long rains season, farmers across the North Rift Region planted maize and other food crops in anticipation of favourable weather conditions. However, the region has since experienced a prolonged dry spell during the critical stages of crop growth, resulting in widespread wilting of crops and a risk of significant yield losses. This is exacerbated by reported shortages and delays in distribution of subsidised top-dressing fertiliser, which is expected to adversely affect crop performance. The situation has raised concerns across the region as it threatens household incomes, stability of food prices and food security in the country.

Hon. Speaker, it is against this background that I request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Agriculture and Livestock on the following:

Hon. Chairperson, Departmental Committee on Agriculture and Livestock or any Member of the Committee? Hon. Justice, are you a Member of the Committee.

Yes.

Bring a response within the first week after recess.

Much obliged Hon. Speaker, but since it is a fairly weighty matter, I was requesting that we bring an answer in the second week after recess.

So be it.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker.

Hon. Daniel Manduku, Nyaribari Masaba.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. Hon. Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I wish to request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations regarding disappearance of two Kenyan citizens in the Russian Federation.

Hon. Speaker, Mr. Frank Anyona Omare, holder of Passport No. AK04xxx31 and ID No. 23xx55, and Mr. Kevin Momanyi Onderi, holder of ID No. 36xxxx82 departed Kenya for the Russian Federation on 20th October 2025. According to information provided by their respective families, the last communication with the two individuals was on 4th December

Thank you. Hon. Bashir, this is to your Committee. When can you bring a response?

Hon. Speaker, we will bring a response within the first two weeks upon resumption from recess.

Thank you. Hon. Tungule Kazungu.

Thank you Hon. Speaker. Hon. Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I wish to request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Energy regarding delayed repair and maintenance of electricity transformers in Kitui West Constituency.

Hon. Speaker, residents of Kitui West Constituency particularly those in Nyuani Community, Kathuma Community, Nzemeli Community, Kwa Mboya/Mutonga, Kavoo Primary School, Kilimu Dispensary, Nguuni Primary School, Kataa Primary School, Ivulya Muu Market, Komu Village, Kwa Nyingi, Ilako Mututa Secondary School and Sangala Primary School areas have endured prolonged power outages for several months following the breakdown of electricity transformers serving them. In addition, the prolonged delay in repair and maintenance of the faulty transformers has resulted in socio-economic challenges.

For instance, learning institutions are unable to effectively utilise digital learning facilities thereby compromising the quality of education. Health facilities are unable to operate essential medical equipment, preserve vaccines and medicines or provide adequate lighting for the delivery of healthcare services. Despite numerous reports made to the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) regional office in Kitui Town, no meaningful action has been taken to repair or replace the affected transformers. Hon. Speaker, it is against this background that I request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Energy on the following:

Thank you. Yes Hon. Makali Mulu, you want to joyride?

Yes. Thank you, Hon. Speaker. I just want to say one or two things. First, I thank Hon. Nyenze for raising this matter because it is also happening in my constituency. The conflict between the Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation (REREC) and the Kenya Power is causing all these problems. REREC installed transformers, however, when Kenya Power officials came to connect electricity, they said they were not aware of the installation of those transformers, as they had

Yes, Hon. Sunkuli.

Hon. Speaker, I wish to inform you that yesterday, when Hon. Wangari was in the Chair, Hon. Tonui raised the issue of faulty transformers. Members were greatly concerned and there were many reactions. This matter requires a very comprehensive response, including inviting the Cabinet Secretary to appear before the House.

Yes, Hon. Julius.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. As Members have stated, electricity connectivity poses many challenges in our country. Who between REREC and the Kenya Power should procure electricity metres? The biggest challenge we face is not the installation of poles and power lines, but the connection of electricity to households. We should ensure that those projects are completed and value for money is realised.

If the Cabinet Secretary is invited to appear before this House, he should give a response on the availability of metres. There has been confusion over who is responsible for procuring them, resulting in delays. Electricity connectivity projects have been started but they cannot be completed due to the absence of metres.

Yes, Mama Dagoretti.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. We should ask the Cabinet Secretary to explain this matter. REREC constructs electricity infrastructure in rural areas, after which the Kenya Power is supposed to take over, ensure maintenance, connect consumers, and provide electricity to everyone.

The conflict between REREC and the Kenya Power is affecting the consumer. Many times, electricity connection quotations are so high such that a client who can afford to pay Ksh3 million per month in electricity costs cannot afford electricity connection. We must first address the challenges between the two institutions and resolve this dispute over electricity. Thereafter, we can focus on assisting Kenyans to access electricity.

Let us have Hon. Bensuda.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. I agree with my colleagues. REREC has a serious problem. The explanations given are unclear. In the last financial year, Ksh10 million was allocated to supply electricity to specific areas in Karachuonyo Constituency, particularly markets which promote women empowerment. In rural areas, women conduct much of their business during the late hours. Most market activities start from 4.00 p.m. onwards.

The issue of matching funds has arisen. I visited the office of the Principal Secretary, but I was not given an adequate explanation. Officers have already visited the ground and completed the designs. I even told them that I did not need matching funds. I only wanted them to implement works for Ksh10 million. Funds are available for electricity connection in Kibiri Ward, Kandiege Market and other markets. However, they continue telling me to wait for matching funds. I do not need matching funds. I want them to utilise the available Ksh10 million. REREC should not take us for a ride. I agree that the Departmental Committee should expedite this matter, so that issues of matching funds do not delay the process. Any available resources should be utilised. Kandiege, Karachuonyo and other markets are suffering. I call for speedy action.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker.

We will stop there on that matter. Is the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Energy present? I thought I saw the Vice-Chairperson somewhere.

No, I am sitting in for the Leader of the Majority Party. I will convey the message to the Committee.

Inform them to bring a response in the third week after we resume from recess.

Okay. Thank you, Hon. Speaker.

I am informed that Hon. Kibagendi had indicated that his Request for Statement be removed from the Order Paper. He is not in the House today.

(Request for Statement by Hon. Antoney Kibagendi deferred) Let us have Dr Joyce Bensuda, Member for Homa Bay County.

Hon. Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I rise to request a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning regarding the implementation of Gender Responsive and Child-Sensitive Budgeting in the Financial Year 2026/2027 Budget.

The National Treasury has, over the last four financial years, consistently issued Budget Review and Outlook Papers and Budget Circulars directing Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to mainstream Gender Responsive and Child-Sensitive Budgeting in the planning and budgeting process. These measures are intended to promote gender equality, safeguard the rights and welfare of children, and ensure equitable allocation of public resources across all sectors.

Despite these policy commitments, concerns have persisted regarding the extent to which these budgeting approaches have been integrated into the current budget, as well as the continued delay in developing and operationalising the implementation, monitoring and reporting guidelines necessary to support their effective execution.

It is against this background that I request a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning on the following:

Thank you, Hon. Bensuda. Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning, when can you bring a response? In the first week after we resume from recess?

Hon. Speaker, considering the magnitude of the report that Dr Bensuda is requesting, we will need about two months to prepare it.

Does that include the recess, or can you bring the response in the third week after we resume from recess? One month, excluding recess.

Bring it on the third week after recess.

Thank you.

Yes, Hon. David Ochieng’.

Hon. Speaker, I just want to add my voice to the request by my friend, the Chair of our Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning, that this is not an academic question. It is the question. It is a question, and even if it takes three months, let him take them but give us a report on how our Budget responds to what is asked for: gender, minorities, Person with Disabilities (PWDs), children and all these things. It is what is required by our Constitution. This would really help because I am working on a Bill to mainstream that, and I would want to use the report of that Committee to help me with my Bill.

Thank you. We will do that. Yes, Hon. (Dr) Oundo.

Hon. Speaker, I am just wondering. In view of the fact that this is a matter regarding the Budget and budget review, I think the budget review goes to the Budget and Appropriations Committee. I am not so sure how the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning comes into it.

To add to what my neighbour, Hon. David Ochieng', has stated, could we as well expand the question to ensure that the budgets are unpacked to find out programmes in terms of regional representation, probably at the lowest level of representation, be it the county or the constituency. We need to know to what extent the Budget speaks for Kenyans and to what extent it reaches all parts of this country.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker.

You know, I find the questions you, Members, are asking here very strange. You are the ones who passed the Budget here. How do you pass a Budget a month ago and come and say you want to know to what extent the Budget speaks to Kenyans? I do not understand that but it is up to the Chairman. Hon. Kimani, you will liaise with your Budget and Appropriations Committee colleague if you need additional information.

Members, in the Public Gallery, we have Emmanuel School, Naivasha Constituency, Nakuru County. Students, when you are mentioned, you stand up to be acknowledged. We have Muserechi Comprehensive School, Eldama Ravine Constituency, Baringo County, in the Public Gallery.

In the Speaker’s Gallery, we have Kenyatta Secondary School, Nakuru West Constituency, Nakuru County. Also, I wish to introduce to the House a delegation of student leaders from the United States International University-Africa (USIU-Africa) and members of the Young Diplomats Forum (YDF), who are seated in the Speaker's Gallery. The delegation is visiting the National Assembly as part of a mentorship programme aimed at providing

Hon. Speaker, I would like to thank the House for welcoming our visitors who are in the Public Gallery. I would like to especially welcome students from Muserechi Comprehensive School from my constituency. On behalf of the House, I would like to welcome them to Parliament and encourage them to think about being here in future or becoming whatever they want to be in life. All in all, we are happy that they have visited Parliament.

Thank you.

Hon. Irene Kasalu, Kitui County.

Hon. Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I wish to request a statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Tourism and Wildlife regarding the escalating cases of elephant invasions in parts of Kitui County.

The residents of Makuka, Ilamba, Ngamba, Kitumwi, and Gai sub-locations in Kitui County have, for the last five years, endured frequent invasions by elephants straying from Tsavo East National Park and the Kora National Reserve into villages and farmlands. The situation has become increasingly dire, posing a serious threat to the livelihoods and safety of the affected communities. The recurring invasions have also resulted in the destruction of crops, which are the main source of food and income for local households.

The elephants have also damaged homes and other property, forcing residents to spend sleepless nights guarding their farms and living in constant fear of attacks. The situation turned tragic last month when a stray elephant killed a lady, Ms Kavita Maivia, in the Kasala area. This unfortunate incident has heightened anxiety among residents, who now fear for their lives. Despite numerous reports to the relevant authorities over the years, the response has largely been reactive and inadequate, leaving affected communities vulnerable to continued loss of life, destruction of property, food insecurity, and economic hardship.

Hon. Speaker, it is against this backdrop that I seek a statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Tourism and Wildlife on the following:

Thank you, Hon. Kasalu. Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Tourism and Wildlife. Hon. (Dr) Pukose, since you are holding brief for the Leader of the Majority Party, kindly inform the Committee to bring a response.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. On behalf of the Leader of the Majority Party, we will make sure that the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Tourism and Wildlife is well informed.

Hon. Amos Mwago, Member for Starehe.

Hon. Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I wish to request a statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Transport and Infrastructure regarding implementation of the instant-fine system by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA).

The NTSA recently commenced the implementation of an automated instant fine system that utilises surveillance cameras to detect traffic offences and issue instant fines to motorists for minor traffic violations. The system is intended to enhance compliance with traffic laws, promote road safety and reduce road traffic accidents by enabling the swift enforcement of traffic regulations without necessarily subjecting offenders to lengthy court processes. However, the implementation of the system has generated considerable public concern regarding the adequacy of public sensitisation, the presence and visibility of speed limit signage, the fairness of the enforcement process, and the mechanisms available for motorists to challenge fines issued through the automated system.

Hon. Speaker, it is against this background that I request a statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Transport and Infrastructure on the following:

Thank you, Hon. Amos. The Chairperson, Departmental Committee on Transport and Infrastructure. Hon. Nabuin, are you a Member of the Committee?

No, I am not. I have a rejoinder.

Are you joyriding?

Yes.

Go ahead.

Hon. Speaker, before the last recess, I requested for a Statement from the same Committee regarding two roads in my constituency that have not been constructed. The response was supposed to be brought two weeks after the recess. We are headed to another recess, but I have not received any response.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker.

You can see that the Chairman is not here. Leader of the Majority Party has just walked in.

Hon. Chair...

Hon. Naicca, there is no Hon. Chair here, but Hon. Speaker.

Hon. Speaker, I am a Member of the Departmental Committee on Transport and Infrastructure. I would like to….

Do you want to hold brief for Hon. Chairman.

Yes, I will brief him.

Bring a response two weeks after recess.

Yes, Hon. Speaker.

Hon. Kimani.

Hon. Speaker, I would also like to joyride on this particular matter. This issue of instant fines on motor vehicles needs to be rethought on whom the fine is attached.

For example, if I have 10 vehicles that I use as Uber vehicles and the drivers drive them dangerously, they are fined. However, the fine ends up on the logbook of the particular vehicle so, it does not deter the behaviour of that driver. Perhaps, the fines should be on the driving licence of the driver rather than on the logbook.

Another complication arises where vehicles are financed through loans. For example, the logbook may be jointly owned by a bank and the borrower. When a fine is lodged against the logbook of that vehicle, it also affects the lender, whether it is a bank or one of the smaller lenders for motorcycles. I would like to be enjoined in that particular matter, so that I can give my input on the instant fine system.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker.

Thank you. Has Hon. Naicca left the Chamber? (Hon. Johnson Naicca moved to another seat) You are very nomadic, Hon. Naicca. You will bring a response two weeks after the recess, and take into account what the Member for Molo has said.

Much obliged, Hon. Speaker.

I will revisit Statement No. 7. Hon. Kazungu Tungule.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. First of all, I apologise for not being present when my Statement was called. It was due to very unavoidable circumstances. Pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I wish to request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Energy regarding the electrocution of Ms Rita Mapenzi Kenneth and the safety of electricity infrastructure in Ganze Constituency.

On 23rd May 2026, Ms Rita Mapenzi Kenneth, a 13-year-old Grade 7 pupil at Ganze Primary School, sustained severe injuries after stepping on a live electric wire that was lying on the ground following the collapse of electricity poles, while walking home from school. She suffered extensive burns, resulting in the amputation of both legs and one arm. She is admitted at Kilifi County Referral Hospital.

The matter was reported to Ganze Police Station under OB No. 07/23/5/26 and Kenya Power offices in Kilifi. However, Kenya Power has not engaged the family or provided any assistance, leaving them to shoulder the medical expenses and related costs. The incident has also raised concerns over the safety of electricity infrastructure in Ganze Constituency, where fallen poles, low lying and exposed live wires continue to pose a serious risk to residents.

It is against this background that I request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Energy on the following:

Thank you, Hon. Tungule. Chairman of the Departmental Committee on Energy. Leader of the Majority Party, inform them to bring a response after the recess.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. As I prepare to present my Statement, allow me to comment on instant fines raised by Hon. Mwago. Indeed, the Committee has some work to do, principally to make sure that there is adequate signage and that Kenyans know the speed limits allowed on different categories of roads. If one is driving on an expressway or feeder road, there is a speed limit. This will ensure that people are not fined unfairly. I ask Kenyans to maintain safe speeds on our roads. The lesser evil to deal with are fines and penalties than deaths, especially as we approach the festive season at the end of the year.

There is much more than that. Leader of the Majority Party, our roads are not only unsafe because of speeding but we also have the bodaboda problem, which I am sure you have noticed. We have matatu menace, over speeding drivers and all manner of problems. We need a holistic approach to make our roads safe for everybody.

True. Even our good friends, the bodaboda riders, ride across everyone on the road. The moment a motorist touches one of them, they all descend on him….

And burn down your car.

They burn down your car and injure the motorists. These are issues that the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) must deal with. I also believe that the instant fines system is good because it helps us to deal with corruption within the Traffic Police Department. I am sure that police officers lobby with you as they do with everybody. Every police officer wants to move to the Traffic Department because they are able to solicit bribes there. The way of ending this culture of bribery on our roads is having the instant fines.

Allow me to take this opportunity to speak to our courts. When the government sought to register all mobile phones International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers, people went to court. The Chairman of the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning raised the same issue. If my vehicle is registered against my mobile phone number and I later sell it, the NTSA must, as a matter of principle, register the IMEI number of the person I have sold the vehicle to.

If I sell that car and make a transfer, NTSA must, as a matter of principle, ensure that the person I have sold it to has also provided the number whose IMEI is registered so that if they contravene traffic laws, the fine will go to them and not come to me. But, as you said Hon. Speaker, there is a lot of work that needs to be done. I will ask the Chair of the Departmental Committee on Transport and Infrastructure not only to engage with NTSA but also to involve the Traffic Police Department and the Ministry of Interior and National Administration to ensure that we have a holistic approach to this issue of traffic.

Hon. Speaker, let me now move to my Thursday Statement on behalf of the House Business Committee.

Hold on, Leader of the Majority Party. What is out of order, Hon. Hassan? (Hon. Yusuf Hassan spoke off the record) You cannot be talking while seated.

Hon. Speaker, I was requesting your attention so that I could contribute to the discussion, rather than a point of order.

On the traffic fines and the madness on our roads?

Yes.

I will give you a minute. Go ahead.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. Is it not simplistic to pass this particular problem to the NTSA, given the fact that this disorder and anarchy on our streets is deeply rooted in our national culture, for example, the bodaboda culture and the matatu culture? This requires a national conversation and public education within our community. You cannot leave it simply to an organisation like the NTSA. It is like asking the IEBC to deal with the political violence that is rampant in our country. This matter, having lived in many cities in the world, requires a major effort and a major remedy, which I think is beyond the NTSA. We all need to be involved so that we can be part of that conversation and create the conditions to change the mindset of Kenyans, so that we have a country where people abide by rules and where institutions like the police also enforce the rules.

At the moment, even though there are laws against some of those violations, the problem is so widespread and enormous that even our police forces cannot deal with it without changing our mindset and our national culture.

Thank you, Hon. Hassan. That is to be taken into account when they respond. Leader of the Majority Party, proceed.

Hon. Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(a), I rise to present the following Statement on behalf of the House Business Committee, which met on Tuesday, 30th June 2026 to prioritise business for consideration during the week. I would like to inform Members that the Kamukunji that had been scheduled for Thursday, 2nd July 2026, which is today, to deliberate on stalled housing projects across the country was postponed to the first week following the resumption of the House. When the House resumes on Tuesday, 28th July 2026, it is expected to consider the following business, some of which is listed in today’s Order Paper:

Thank you. Musa Sirma? Before that, we have in the Public Gallery, Warugara Primary School from Mathioya, Murang’a County, and in the Speaker’s Gallery, we have Kalalu Girls School from Laikipia East, Laikipia County. On my behalf and on behalf of the House, we welcome the students, their teachers, and those accompanying them to the House of Parliament. Go on, Musa Sirma.

Hon. Speaker, pursuant to Section 34(2) as read together with Section 6(1), 8(1) and 23(1) of the National Government Constituencies Development Fund Act (Cap. 414A), I rise to inform the honourable House and table a schedule showing the budget ceilings for each of the 290 constituencies for the Financial Year 2026/2027. Hon. Speaker, the Select Committee on the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) met with the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the NG-CDF Board and received a comprehensive briefing on the allocation towards the National Government Constituencies Development Fund for the Financial Year 2026/2027. The Committee then considered the approved budget estimates for the Financial Year 2026/2027 and the ceilings in accordance with the provisions of the NG-CDF Act, which stipulates the mechanism for sharing allocations. Section 4(1) of the NG-CDF Act provides that the annual allocation for the Fund shall consist of an amount equivalent to not less than 2.5 per cent of the National Government share of revenue as contained in the annual Division of Revenue Act approved by the National Assembly. Consequently, the NG-CDF has been allocated a total of Ksh61,797,700,000 for the Financial Year 2026/2027, representing an increase of 5.1 per cent from the current allocation of Ksh58,797,000,000. Given the tight fiscal environment, this modest increase to this high-performing Fund, whose impact has been felt for years, is a step in the right direction towards catalysing equitable and transformative development interventions across the Republic. Hon. Speaker, pursuant to Section 23(1) of the NG-CDF Act, an amount equivalent to 5 per cent, being Ksh3,089,885,000, has been set aside for the administration and operational

Thank you, Hon. Musa Sirma. Hon. Members, that is the end of that long time for Statements. I will now ask the Clerk- at-the-Table to call the next Order.

I had earlier seen the Leader of the Majority party. Can you search, capture and bring him here?

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. My apologies. I was trying to serve too many masters. I had a small engagement behind you.

Jesus said you must serve them equally.

I am trying to do that. That is why I asked those ones to come behind the Chamber.

Yes, Mwalimu.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. I second.

Thank you.

(Question proposed)

Do I put the Question?

Yes. (Question put and agreed to)

Next Order.

Hon. Members on their feet, kindly take your seats.

Hon. Sirma, take your seat. You only freeze when it is an ambush. You cannot be standing then purport to be freeze before the Speaker stands up.

Hon. Members, you recall that during yesterday’s afternoon sitting, I referred proposed amendments to the Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 7 of 2026) to a winnowing process before the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning, in accordance with Standing Order 131. I also directed the Committee to undertake the exercise and update my Office not later than 10.00 a.m. today, to guide the next steps regarding the processing of the Bill in the Committee of the whole House.

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move:

Thank you, Hon. Temporary Chairman. We had a very fruitful engagement last evening. I am content with and accept the amendments as agreed, and as they appear in the Order Paper. As we proceed, we will probably explain the reasons for those amendments. I also wish to go on record and confirm that this is the harmonised version of the amendment. The Temporary Chairman (Hon. David Ochieng’): That is very encouraging, as Hon. Oundo is hardly ever content. Chairman, you must have done a very good job on Hon. Oundo. Well done to the Committee.

(Question, that the words to be inserted be inserted, put and agreed to) (Clause 5 as amended agreed to) Clause 6

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move:

THAT, Clause 6 of the Bill be amended in subclause (1) (h) by inserting the words “and the National Assembly” immediately after the word “Cabinet”. This amendment provides for the National Assembly's oversight of the other sources of revenue to be transferred to the Sovereign Wealth Fund. It is worth noting that Hon. Mwenje, Hon. Mbui, and Hon. Caroli proposed amendments to this Clause, which we agreed to carry forward in our amendments. (Question of the amendment proposed) The Temporary Chairman (Hon. David Ochieng’): Let us have Hon. Makali Mulu.

Thank you, Hon. Temporary Chairman. I must commend the team for agreeing with our amendments. One concern that cut across the Bill was that we were giving the Cabinet Secretary too much power and leaving out the National Assembly. I really appreciate this amendment.

(Question, that the words to be inserted be inserted, put and agreed to) (Clause 6 as amended agreed to) (Clause 7 agreed to)

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move:

THAT, Clause 8 of the Bill be amended—

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I just wanted to emphasise the point…

The Temporary Chairman (Hon. David Ochieng’): Wait a minute, Hon. Oundo. (Question of the amendment proposed) Let us have Hon. Oundo.

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I wish to join my colleague in making this point clear. We deliberated and agreed that we have to provide for future generations. The future begins now and continues into the years ahead. Any investment made today is an investment in the future. The amendment is harmonious. There is no chaos.

Thank you, I support the amendment. (Question, that the words to be left out be left out, put and agreed to) (Question, that the words to be inserted in place thereof be inserted, put and agreed to)

Thank you, Hon. Temporary Chairman. I beg to move:

THAT, Clause 11 of the Bill be amended—

Hon. Temporary Chairman, this is another good amendment. The Controller of Budget must approve any money withdrawn from our Consolidated Fund with the objective of monitoring expenditure. So, this is a good amendment. I also like the idea of removing the Kshs10 billion, as that was quite restrictive.

Thank you. (Question, that the words to be left out be left out, put and agreed to) (Question, that the words to be inserted in place thereof be inserted, put and agreed to) (Clause 11 as amended agreed to) Clause 12 The Temporary Chairman (Hon. David Ochieng’): Mover.

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move:

Thank you, Hon. Temporary Chairman. I want to confirm that, despite having an amendment to this Clause, I wholly agree with the position taken by the Chair of the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning. I also want to join my colleagues in stating that the windowing process that we went through yesterday was excellent.

I wish we could apply the winnowing process to all committees whenever Bills are involved. It helps reduce the time required for lawmaking and for reaching agreement or consensus when a Bill is being drafted. Hon Prof Oundo and the other colleagues who were there yesterday agreed with the Committee's decision.

(Question, that the words to be left out be left out, put and agreed to) (Question, that the words to be inserted in place thereof be inserted, put and agreed to) (Clause 12 as amended agreed to) (Clause 13 agreed to) Clause 14 The Temporary Chairman (Hon. David Ochieng’): Mover.

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move: THAT, Clause 14 of the Bill be amended—

Hon. Temporary Chairman, you know, Clause 14(b) addresses the issue of the Controller of Budget. I am seeking clarification on whether a central bank account designated as a holding account will be subject to the control of the Controller of Budget. We need that reassurance. Legally, the Controller of Budget has no access to a holding account with the Central Bank of Kenya.

The Temporary Chairman (Hon. David Ochieng’): Hon. Chair, go ahead.

Hon. Temporary Chairman, it is also important to acknowledge that Article 228 of our Constitution only mandates the withdrawal of funds from the Considered Fund to be subject to approval by the Controller of Budget.

By now expressly providing here that the Controller of Budget must also approve withdrawals for this particular holding account, then that provision is necessary. Otherwise, without expressly making that provision in the Sovereign Wealth Fund Law, the Fund will not be subject to seeking withdrawal from the Controller of Budget.

The Temporary Chairman (Hon. David Ochieng’): Hon. Members, that makes a lot of sense.

(Question, that the words to be left out be left out, put and agreed to) (Question, that the words to be inserted in place thereof be inserted, put and agreed to) (Question, that the words to be inserted be inserted, put and agreed to) (Clause 14 as amended agreed to) Clause 15 The Temporary Chairman (Hon. David Ochieng’): Mover.

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move: THAT, Clause 15 of the Bill be amended by deleting paragraph (a) and substituting therefor the following new paragraph—

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move: THAT, Clause 17 of the Bill be amended by inserting the following subclause immediately after subclause (4)—

Thank you, Hon. Temporary Chairman. First, I want to congratulate the Chair of the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning on finding a better route to address the issue of amendments. They had a sitting as a Committee with the Members who had amendments.

One of the biggest challenges I saw in this Bill was the lack of oversight. We were looking at how to ensure that this House, the Controller of Budget, and everyone else who is supposed to know how these monies are being spent, know whether they can be misused. We agreed fully with the Committee’s amendment that the Controller of Budget must approve all withdrawals of these monies.

We do not move far away from oversight. (Question, that the words to be inserted be inserted, put and agreed to) (Clause 17 as amended agreed to) (Clauses 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25 and 26 agreed to)

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move: THAT, Clause 27 of the Bill be amended in subclause (2)(d) by inserting the words “and the National Assembly” immediately after the word “Cabinet”. This amendment seeks to ensure that the Cabinet and the National Assembly approve the Board's investment policies for funds. This will ensure that the National Assembly has proper oversight of this Fund. It is important to appreciate that Hon. Mwenje and the Deputy Leader of the Minority Party, Hon. Mbui, had proposed amendments to this Clause which we agreed upon during winnowing. (Question of the amendment proposed) The Temporary Chairman (Hon. David Ochieng’): Hon. Mwenje, is that you? Go ahead.

Thank you, Hon. Temporary Chairman. Let me take this opportunity to support this amendment and also thank the Chairman of the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning for yesterday. When we did the winnowing, we agreed on quite a number of clauses, and this is one of them.

Thank you. (Question, that the words to be inserted be inserted, put and agreed to) (Clause 27 as amended agreed to) (Clause 28 agreed to) Clause 29 The Temporary Chairman (Hon. David Ochieng’): Chairperson.

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move: THAT, Clause 29 of the Bill be amended—

Thank you, Hon. Temporary Chairman. I commend the Chairperson and the Committee for considering the youths. This Bill will bring them on board and include them in decision-making.

I support that. The Temporary Chairman (Hon. David Ochieng’): Hon. Mbui.

Thank you, Hon. Temporary Chairman. I had proposed an amendment on that one regarding academic qualifications. I notice that, most of the time, we are keen to hire someone with a degree in law, economics, accounting, or finance. I was even concerned that it might have to do with the leadership of the House over the last few years. We have had CPA-Ks running this House on both the Majority and the Minority sides. I proposed that we could have people with degrees in education, engineering, and other fields. Still, I was convinced that people with education degrees, who are teachers, are already qualified by virtue of teaching economics and other subjects. I dropped my amendment.

The Temporary Chairman (Hon. David Ochieng’): Where do you belong?

Education.

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move: THAT, Clause 35 of the Bill be amended—

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move: THAT, Clause 36 of the Bill be amended by deleting paragraph (b) and substituting therefor the following new paragraph—

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move: THAT, Clause 37 of the Bill be amended by deleting subclause (2) and substituting therefor the following new subclause—

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move: THAT, Clause 40 of the Bill be amended in subclause (3) by inserting the words “or to both” at the end of the subclause. This amendment seeks to provide clarity on the penalty provision, which is consistent with drafting practice and meaning. Clause 40(3) sets out very strict penalties when a person contravenes subsection (1) and commits an offence, and therefore, on conviction, to a fine without exceeding Ksh5 million or imprisonment not exceeding two years. (Question of the amendment proposed) (Question, that the words to be inserted

be inserted, put and agreed to) (Clause 40 as amended agreed to) (Clauses 41, 42, 43, 44 and 45 agreed to) Clause 46

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move: THAT, the Bill be amended by deleting Clause 46 and substituting therefor the following new clause— Prohibition of advances, credits and collateralization of the Future Generations Component of the Fund.

Thank you, Honourable Temporary Chairman. This is a very important amendment. As we know, this country has adopted a new way of borrowing. I do not wish to use the word “hideously” but we must ensure that this Fund is protected so that it cannot simply disappear one day after it has been securitized. I am happy that the Committee agreed to this amendment. We should also take similar measures regarding other funds that have been passed in this House to prevent a rogue regime from misappropriating them.

Thank you. The Temporary Chairman (Hon. David Ochieng’): Hon. Mayaka.

Thank you, Hon. Temporary Chairman. I also wish to support this amendment. It is important for us to have a component that safeguards future generations. I applaud this amendment.

I support. The Temporary Chairman (Hon. David Ochieng’): Hon. Rutto.

Thank you. I also wish to support this amendment. It is a good move to ensure that the spirit of this Bill, which seeks to utilize our natural resources with a definite timeline for depletion, is upheld for the present and the future. Nonetheless, I would like to remind my friend, Hon. Mukunji; that, from his contribution, he seemed to be critical of the tendency to securitize funds. He needs to understand the implications and context of securitization. This is not merely a question of securitizing any money. This Bill seeks to allocate the natural resources we are endowed with and utilize them to secure services and opportunities for today, tomorrow and the future. There is no way this money can be securitized for any other purpose.

(Question, that the words to be left out be left out, put and agreed to) (Question, that the words to be inserted in place thereof be inserted, put and agreed to) (Clause 46 as amended agreed to) (Clauses 47 and 48 agreed to) Clause 49

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move: THAT, Clause 49 of the Bill be amended—

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move: THAT, Clause 51 of the Bill be amended by deleting subclause (1) and substituting therefor the following new subclause—

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move: THAT, Clause 53 of the Bill be amended in subclause (3)(c) by inserting the following new subparagraph immediately after subparagraph (iii)— (iiia) details of all fees paid to investment fund managers and any other service providers; This amendment aims to enhance the details of the report submitted by the board by including information on all fees paid to investment fund managers and other service providers in order to safeguard the fund. We proposed this particular amendment due to the risk of exaggerated fees being paid, which could erode the purpose of the fund. The amendment seeks to restrict this and ensure that the details of the fees and commissions paid are reflected in the financial statements. (Question of the amendment proposed) (Question, that the words to be inserted

be inserted, put and agreed to) (Clause 53 as amended agreed to) (Clause 54 agreed to) Clause 55

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move: THAT, Clause 55 of the Bill be amended—

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move: THAT, Clause 56 of the Bill be amended in subclause (3) by deleting the words “one month” appearing at the beginning of the subclause and substituting therefor the words “three months”. This amendment proposes to extend the period within which the Board must submit the

Put the question! (Question, that the words to be left out be left out, put and agreed to) (Question, that the words to be inserted in place thereof be inserted, put and agreed to) (Clause 56 as amended agreed to) (Clauses 57, 58 and 59 agreed to) Clause 60

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move: THAT, Clause 60 of the Bill be amended—

My amendment sought a shorter period of three months but I accept this amendment because I understand the intricacies involved in appointments of directors. The idea is to avoid long stays with an interim manager and use of third parties. That is why we said it must be a serving state officer so that we minimize costs. I hope and pray that they will not ask for duty allowances upon secondment. That will erode the value of the Fund.

I support. (Question, that the words to be left out be left out, put and agreed to) (Question, that the words to be inserted in place thereof be inserted, put and agreed to) (Question, that the words to be inserted be inserted, put and agreed to) (Clause 60 as amended agreed to) (Clause 61 agreed to) (First Schedule agreed to)

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move: THAT, the Third Schedule to the Bill be amended by deleting paragraph 2 and substituting therefor the following new paragraph—

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move: THAT, the Fourth Schedule to the Bill be amended by deleting paragraph 1 and substituting therefor the following new paragraph— Amendment of section 186 of Cap. 306.

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move:

As we come to the tail-end, let me commend the team for being understanding and caring about the welfare of Kenyans.

The previous definition of “extraordinary shocks” in the Bill was weird. It was too long and too much. We applied our minds to it. Quite a number of us who sat in that meeting yesterday have attended several macroeconomic units. We understand what we are talking. We ask those who did not attend to agree with us and let us move on.

(Question, that the words to be inserted be inserted, put and agreed to) (Question, that the words to be left out be left out, put and agreed to) (Question, that the words to be inserted in place thereof be inserted, put and agreed to) (Clause 2 as amended agreed to) (Title agreed to) (Clause 1 agreed to) The Temporary Chairman (Hon. David Ochieng’): Hon. Members, that brings us to the end of the Committee of the whole House. Thank you for your attention and patience. This marks the beginning of a new Kenya, where winnowing becomes the order of the day and Members agree. You will agree with me that this often works very well for all of us towards the tail-end of the 13th Parliament.

I now call upon the mover of the Bill to move the motion for reporting to the plenary.

Hon. Temporary Chairman, I beg to move that the Committee do report to the House its consideration of the Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill

(National Assembly Bill No. 7 of 2026)

and its approval thereof with amendments.

(Question proposed)

(Question put and agreed to)

Hon. Temporary Chairman, proceed.

Hon. Speaker, I beg to report that the Committee of the whole House has considered the Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill (National Assembly Bill No.7 of 2026) and approved the same with amendments.

Mover.

Hon. Speaker, I beg to move that the House do agree with the Committee in the said report. I request Hon. Naomi Waqo to second the Motion for agreement with the report of the Committee of the whole House.

Hon. Speaker, I second. (Question proposed) (Question put and agreed to)

Hon. Speaker, I beg to move that the Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill (National Assembly Bill No.7 of 2026) be now read a Third Time.

Allow me to take this opportunity to thank the Members as I request Hon. Peter Kaluma to second. I thank the Members who contributed during the debate in Second Reading. More importantly, I thank the Members of the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning. They include Hon. Peter Opondo Kaluma, Hon. CPA Rutto and the Chairperson of the Committee, who took us through a very rigorous winnowing process last night.

May I report to you that on the communication you did, we closed our meeting at slightly past 9.00 p.m. under the very able chairmanship of Hon. Kimani Kuria, Member for Molo. I also take this opportunity to thank Hon. Oundo, Hon. Mukunji, Hon. Caroli Omondi,

Did Hon. Kururia also propose amendments?

Hon. Speaker, I am only mentioning the Members who were in that winnowing session. The winnowing process last night shepherded us through a new way of doing things. Winnowing is not new in the House, but I acknowledge the spirit of give and take that prevailed during yesterday’s winnowing process that we had to go through. More importantly, during the process, we all agreed that we were legislating for austerity.

We were not legislating for our present political parties. Even those in the opposition agreed that what we were doing was for the best interest of the people of Kenya. I must thank all the Members who participated in that process. That is why I made particular mention of those Members. It is because we put aside our political differences to legislate for our great nation.

You remember there was a day we sat for 25 hours?

Yes, and these are things that Kenyans may never know. They have not come by accident. They are not opportunistic Bills that are

Proceed, Hon. Kaluma.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. Allow me to start by thanking you for leading this House through history. You have sat in this House this afternoon from 2.30 p.m. to this moment because of the monumental nature of the business we are transacting.

I attended with you the session of the assent into law of the National Infrastructure Fund Bill by His Excellency the President. I still remember very clearly what His Excellency President William Ruto indicated. Hon. Members, if I may quote him, he said that when he writes his autobiography, he will remember the Thirteenth Parliament as a Parliament that has been greatly impactful in terms of giving this nation direction. He said we will get some space in his autobiography, as the 13th Parliament. I cannot agree more.

Hon. Speaker, when you appointed me to preside over the Second Reading general debate on this Bill, before I proposed the question, Hon. Members will remember that I indicated that it appeared to me that history was beckoning at the 13th Parliament. I did ask whether we were ready to grasp and capture that moment.

I proposed the question and then made that statement, having heard the Leader of the Majority Party initiate debate on the Bill, and having heard our very sharp and gifted Chairman of the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning, my brother, Hon. Kuria Kimani, elaborate on the purposes of this law. Listening to them, and having gone through the Bill, I beckoned upon this House to grasp their date with destiny.

If there is something I will remember my role in the House for, and my best day in this House for, it is the debate that surrounded this Bill. I ask Kenyans to review The Hansard and the video recordings of our proceedings. I was shocked at how passionate the leadership of this House was. The representatives of the people in this House are concerned about the country.

What does this Bill do? In three things, this is how we have met destiny and history. Hon. Speaker, we were with you here when COVID-19 struck and before that, nobody in Kenya, least of all us, ever imagined that a time would come when we would all be locked in our houses and rooms unable to interact with anybody and the economy would be shut down completely. Just a short while ago, we had the Iran-Israel situation and the Strait of Hormuz got blocked. Consequently, there were fluctuations in oil prices. The country did not know how it would sustain the supply chain, more so, in respect to fuel and other necessary goods. Through this law, we have provided a buffer for the whole nation against extraordinary shocks. How beautiful can it be that it fell on us in the 13th Parliament and we are the ones doing so!

Hon. Speaker, our Constitution speaks of a need for equity between the current and future generation in the manner we apply and use the wealth which comes in our time. This law, once assented to by the President, answers that issue of intergenerational equity. It also

Thank you, Hon. Members. This is not debate time. We have gone over that. Allow me to go to the next level. As I do that, Hon. Members, taking cue with what the Leader of the Majority Party said, it takes men and women of courage to do great things. In doing so, remember the words of Winston Churchill, that: you will never finish your journey if you stop to throw stones at every barking dog. Focus on your journey and if we are to reform this country, we will do so with men and women of courage. Having been in this House since 1992, I can say without any fear of contradiction that this is a courageous House, and it is one that is committed to changing this country.

Hon. Speaker, the people of Funyula sent me to come here to legislate on their behalf and Kenyans, generally. My colleagues will bear with me. I am a very serious legislator. Such a monumental Bill cannot go without a comment from the great man from Samia.

Hon. Nyikal.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. I do not understand finance much. I contributed to this Bill in the Second Reading. What I know and understood is that this Bill is going to make a great contribution in saving us from debt, which is important. I also know that many people are afraid that when we create a Fund, it will be misused because of corruption. We cannot live in fear. We should handle corruption and do what we think is right.

Yes, Hon. Kimani.

Hon. Speaker, I know I have spoken to this matter. However, I thank you because of your leadership and ordering us to do the winnowing process of the amendments. We had a very productive meeting yesterday, running up to late in the evening. We also talked and listened to each other on this particular matter. That is when the Hon. Members realised that even most of the amendments that they had proposed were already carried in our Committee’s Report. I think it also helped reduce the exchanges that we normally see on the Floor. I also thank my leader, the Leader of the Majority Party, for joining us. I thank him for his great ideas towards the harmonisation of this process.

Lastly, as we talked about political conmanship and people trying to become clever overnight, I enjoyed the contributions made by many Members who had actually read the clauses of this Bill. However, yesterday evening, we were treated to economic hubris. Some people came and threw around economic terms without making any reference to the contents of the Bill. I think Kenyans should now watch very closely how Members contribute to this particular piece of legislation. It should not be about using big words: what in economics we call 'economic arrogance' or 'economic hubris', only to end up saying nothing. It is just to appear to the gallery that you are smart in economics, but far from it! You realise that they have zero content!

I thank all the Members who supported these amendments, and I appreciate the great meeting we had yesterday. Once again, I thank you for your leadership, as well as that of the Leader of the Majority Party.

I thank you, Hon. Speaker.

Hon. Mukunji.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. I am very proud that this Bill has reached this stage today. I was one of the Members who took keen interest in it.

You should also encourage the country by citing success stories. Talk about Norway, Denmark, Sweden and Finland. Those are shining examples in the skies of the world of what Sovereign Wealth Funds can do.

I fully agree, Hon. Speaker. As you have rightly stated, those are among the successful examples of Sovereign Wealth Funds. Our concern has been to ensure that this House maintains a keen eye on the usage of the Fund and the utilisation of the nation's wealth. That includes our mineral resources, whose utilisation was previously difficult to track. Now we know that these resources will be managed through a Fund that this House can monitor closely.

I also note that this is one of the few occasions when the Leader of the Majority Party has not mentioned the party leader of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) during his contribution. That tells you the seriousness of this Bill.

Yes.

It tells you that this Bill belongs to the people…

On a point of order, Hon. Speaker.

Yes, Hon. Ichung'wah.

Hon. Speaker, the Member for Manyatta is a young man and a very good friend of mine. He has contributed very well. However, I wish to inform him that I mention people only when necessary. On serious national matters such as the Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill, you cannot mention a villager who has no idea what a Sovereign Wealth Fund is.

Yes, Hon. Mukunji, wind up. I gave you one minute.

Hon. Speaker, now the Hon. Leader of the Majority Party has gone back to his factory setting of mentioning the leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party, who is also my party leader.

You are the one who started it. Finish up.

Hon. Speaker, when we pass this Bill, I want to call upon this House, in the remaining time, to ensure that we now focus on issues touching on the welfare of our people, whom we represent. We are the only people who can speak on behalf of the people of the Republic of Kenya. Yesterday we had a very interesting engagement. As we move forward, the divisions in this House can be reduced to a minimum.

Clerks-at-the-Table, are you timing? I gave Hon. Mukunji one minute and he has spoken for four minutes.

Yes, Hon. Speaker, I want to wind up. The divisions in this House can be reduced to a minimum if we use the same winnowing period trajectory, especially on matters such as the Finance Bill and other Bills that are quite controversial. We found ourselves agreeing on matters that need to be changed where need be. I commend the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning and everybody who was involved.

Hon. Rindikiri, strictly one minute.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. We were all here on this Bill. Just as everybody else has said, this Parliament is on the path to making history. The Social Health Authority, the Infrastructure Fund, Affordable Housing, sports, and Talanta Stadium are all initiatives through which the nation has experienced good leadership under His Excellency the President. He has taken an unpopular path by creating opportunities for the future.

Hon. Irene Mayaka.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. I also want to join my colleagues in applauding this piece of legislation, which is very important for our country. It is a landmark piece of legislation that is not only looking at the present, but also at infrastructural investment and future generations. We continue to enact very significant legislation in this House, and I want to applaud fellow Members for that.

I also want to say to my colleague and senior, Hon. (Dr) Oundo, that the broad-based Government is doing a lot of good things. We are willing to shake his hand if he unclutches his fists.

Last, Hon. Jematiah. You have one minute.

I join my colleagues in supporting this very important Bill. I thank the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning for the good work. Considering that this country is on a high-gear trajectory towards becoming like Singapore, this is one of the documents that is going to give Kenya a good image. We are relying so much on the good governance of the President, who has given us, as Members of Parliament, the opportunity to enact good legislation.

This will give Kenyans the goodwill to build our country and move it into First World status.

Hon. Kururia, is this your maiden speech? I have never heard you speak in the Chamber.

Hon. Speaker, it is not my maiden speech. I have made several other speeches.

Go ahead. It was on a light note.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker.

When you are given an opportunity to speak, ignore those who are talking to you. Pay attention to the Speaker.

Yes. I have just received a text

I gave you one minute and it is over. Give him half-a-minute to finish.

I was distracted, Hon. Speaker.

Do you remember I told you that you will never finish your journey if you stop to throw stones at every barking dog? Let us have Hon. Melly.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. I rise to join my colleagues in commending the Chairperson and Members of the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning for their good work. The Sovereign Wealth Fund is a way for our country to raise resources for the much-needed development.

Hon. Speaker, I wish to thank you and the leadership of the House for demonstrating a lot of Solomonic wisdom on a number of Bills. You have managed to wade through very controversial issues.

Last to speak on this is Hon. Mary Emaase.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. I also join my colleagues in congratulating the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning and all the Members who have contributed to this very important and timely Bill. In fact, it is overdue. This Bill should have been enacted at the beginning of this term.

The Bill is about a savings and investment fund. It will help to stabilise the economy against shocks such as rising fuel prices and other global shocks. This Bill is anchored on the principle of intergenerational equity. Today’s resources and revenues should also benefit future citizens.

I must thank the President for this Bill. We must support it to its conclusion.

Let us have Hon. Mwalyo.

Thank you, Hon. Speaker. I was wondering whether I would leave without saying something.

You are wasting the minute I have given you by wondering.

This is a very progressive Bill. It demonstrates the President’s vision. We should consume 60 per cent of our resources and save 40 per cent for future generations.

I support the Bill.

Thank you, Hon. Members. Leader of the Majority Party, your next frontier must be how to consolidate and harmonise the laws relating to our mineral resources. That is where much of this wealth will come from.

There is some documented history that we have as much mineral wealth in Kenya as oil reserves in Saudi Arabia. It is now your duty to sit with your colleagues and look at the Mining Act and all laws and regulations relating to mining. How come in our economic survey, mining and income from mining is not captured, even to 5 per cent, yet people are mining every day? So, Leader of the majority Party, you are the indefatigable one. That should be your next frontier. With this feel-good factor that this Bill has generated, pick and run with the matter.

(Question that the Bill be read a Third Time, put and agreed to) (The Bill was accordingly read the Third Time and passed)

Go back to Order No. 12. Second Reading

Chairman, Departmental Committee on Labour! Leader of the Majority Party, are you holding brief?

No. I wanted to beg indulgence on behalf of Hon. Ken Chonga. He had requested that we adjourn this debate for him. He was engaged in other matters in the constituency today. (Bill deferred)

Go to the next Order.

Who was the delegation leader? Not Hon Millie Odhiambo! She is out of the country. I am aware that she is in Paris. So, the Motion is stayed.

Chairman, Committee on Implementation. Hon. Raphael Wanjala is absent. Next.

Chairman, Public Petitions! Hon. Karemba is absent. The Motion is stayed. Next!

Chairman, Public Investments Committee on Commercial Affairs and Energy is absent. The Motion is stayed.

The Chairman of the Departmental Committee on Health is here. We had consulted with him and the Leader of the Majority Party and agreed that this is a special

Chairman, Parliamentary Broadcasting and Library Committee. Who is that? Is that Hon. Epuyo Nanok? He is absent. The Motion is stayed. (Bill deferred)

Chairperson, Decentralised Funds Accounts Committee. Is that Hon. Mulyungi? He is not here. The Motion is stayed. Next Order!

Leader of the Majority Party, are you ready to move this?

Hon. Speaker, we had actually adjourned debate on this Bill under Order 21 and also the one under Order 22 to allow the Committee complete some pending work. I request that consideration of both Bills be deferred until after the recess to enable the Committee to finalise its work during the recess period.

So, Order 21 is stayed. (Bill deferred)

For the same reasons, Order 22 is stayed. (Bill deferred) Hon. Members, will you now be upstanding? (Hon. Agnes Mantaine remained seated in her place) Hon. Pareyio, be upstanding.

Hon. Members, having exhausted the business on today’s Order Paper, I want to wish all of you a fruitful three-week recess where you are expected to go and fraternise with your constituents, attend to your families, and be patriotic in every undertaking because we count on all of you to keep this country safe and united.

Hon. Members, the time being 6.17 p.m., this House stands adjourned until Tuesday, 28th July 2026, at 2.30 p.m. (The House rose at 6.17 p.m.)