Senate Hansard: Thursday, 8th October, 2026 - Afternoon Sitting

THIRTEENTH PARLIAMENT

Fifth Session

Thursday, 8th October, 2026 at 2.30 p.m.

PARLIAMENT OF KENYA

The House met at the Senate Chamber, Parliament Buildings, at 2.30 p.m.

PRAYER

DETERMINATION OF QUORUM AT COMMENCEMENT OF SITTING

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CHAIR

VISITING DELEGATION OF THE KILIFI YOUTH COUNCIL

Hon. Senators, I would like to acknowledge the presence in the Speaker’s Gallery this afternoon of a visiting delegation of the Kilifi Youth Council (KYC). The delegation comprises 22 members, who are in the Senate for a bench-marking visit.

The delegation is keen to gain exposure to the Senate’s constitutional mandate,

including its role in representing counties, protecting devolution, legislating on matters concerning counties, exercising oversight and facilitating public participation.

Hon. Senators, on behalf of the Senate and on my own behalf, I extend a warm welcome to the delegation and wish them a fruitful and enriching visit.

Sen. Faki, since the Senator for Kilifi is not here, you can welcome them.

VISITING DELEGATION FROM OSYIAMALILI-OLOIKA SCHOOL IN KAJIADO COUNTY

Hon. Senators, I would like to acknowledge the presence of a visiting delegation of five teachers and 39 students from Osyiamalili-Oloika in Kajiado County, who are seated in the public gallery. The delegation is visiting the Senate for academic exposure.

On behalf of the Senate and on my own behalf, I extend a warm welcome to the delegation and wish them a fruitful visit.

Sen. Seki, I will give you two minutes to welcome your delegation.

But do not repeat that.

Sen. Montet, I give you two minutes.

REVIEW OF THE SENATE STANDING ORDERS

Hon. Senators, as you are aware, Article 124 (1) of the Constitution provides that each House of Parliament may establish committees and shall make Standing Orders for the orderly conduct of its proceedings, including the proceedings of its committees.

Standing Order No.269 of the Senate Standing Orders provides that at least once in every term of Parliament, not later than three months to the end of the term, the Procedure and Rules Committee shall review the Standing Orders and make a report to the Senate recommending the Standing Orders, if any, to be amended.

The review mandated under Standing Order No.269 is a comprehensive process intended to identify gaps and emerging challenges in the application of the Standing

Orders, and draws from the experience of Senators, the Secretariat and other stakeholders in business of the Senate.

Hon. Senators, in view of the fact that we are approaching the end of term of the 13th Parliament, the Procedure and Rules Committee has commenced this review process and is now inviting views on proposed areas of amendment in the Standing Orders.

Hon. Senators, this is an essential stage in the review process. It is not merely a procedural exercise, but one intended to enrich the process. You are invited to reflect on the past four years of your service in this House and propose amendments to the Standing Orders to enhance the effectiveness of the Senate in performing its constitutional mandate. Your considered input will ensure that the Senate not only remains responsive to its evolving needs but also aligns its process to the aspirations of the great people of Kenya, whom we are privileged to serve.

Hon. Senators, you are therefore invited to submit your proposals in writing to the Office of the Clerk of the Senate no later than Friday, 6th November, 2026. The proposals will be considered by the Procedure and Rules Committee, which will then table its report before the Senate for consideration.

I thank you. Clerk, next Order.

PETITION

DELAYED UPGRADE OF EGOJI TEACHERS COLLEGE TO A UNIVERSITY COLLEGE

Sen. Kathuri Murungi, if you are not ready, we will come back to that Order. (Petition deferred) Next Order, Clerk.

PAPERS LAID

Senate Majority Leader, proceed. Is the Senate Majority Leader not in the Chamber?

Senate Minority Leader, you can table the Papers on behalf of the Senate Majority Leader. Please, proceed.

He is just walking in.

The Senate Minority Leader (Sen. Madzayo): I hope, Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, you did not hear that.

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I beg to lay the following Papers on the Table of the Senate, today, Thursday, 8th October, 2026-

ANNUAL REPORT OF THE INDEPENDENT ELECTORAL AND BOUNDARIES COMMISSION FOR FINANCIAL YEAR ENDING 30TH JUNE, 2026

Annual Report of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) for Financial Year ending 30th June, 2026.

ANNUAL REPORT OF THE NATIONAL POLICE SERVICE COMMISSION FOR FINANCIAL YEAR 2025/2026

Annual Report of the National Police Service Commission (NPSC) for Financial Year 2025/2026.

ANNUAL REPORT OF THE OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROSECUTIONS FOR FINANCIAL YEAR 2025/2026

Annual Report of the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) for Financial Year 2025/2026.

ANNUAL REPORT OF THE NATIONAL LAND COMMISSION FOR FINANCIAL YEAR 2025/2026

Annual Report of the National Land Commission (NLC) for the Financial Year 2025/2026.

REPORTS OF THE AUDITOR-GENERAL ON FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF VARIOUS COUNTY ENTITIES

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Nyeri County Emergency Fund for the year ended 30th June, 2014.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Nyeri County Emergency Fund for the year ended 30th June, 2015.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Nyeri County Emergency Fund for the year ended 30th June, 2016.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Nyeri County Emergency Fund for the year ended 30th June, 2017.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Nyeri County Emergency Fund for the year ended 30th June, 2018.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Nyeri County Emergency Fund for the year ended 30th June, 2019.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Nyeri County Emergency Fund for the year ended 30th June, 2020.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Nyeri County Emergency Fund for the year ended 30th June, 2021.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Nyeri County Emergency Fund for the year ended 30th June, 2022.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Nyeri County Emergency Fund for the year ended 30th June, 2023.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Nyeri County Emergency Fund for the year ended 30th June, 2024.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Nyeri County Emergency Fund for the year ended 30th June, 2025.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Nyeri County Emergency Fund for the year ended 30th June, 2026.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Nyeri County Enterprise Development Fund for the year ended 30th June, 2026.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Nyeri Water and Sanitation Company Limited for the year ended 30th June, 2026.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Municipality of Nyeri - County Government of Nyeri for the year ended 30th June, 2026.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Trans Nzoia County Public Service Board for the year ended 30th June, 2026.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Mandera County Climate Change Fund for the year ended 30th June 2026.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Kenya Urban Support Programme (KUSP II) - Urban Institution Grant (UIG) IDA Credit No.7349-KE–County Government of Mandera for the year ended 30th June 2026.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Mandera County Teaching and Referral Level 5 Hospital - County Government of Mandera for the year ended 30th June 2026.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Municipality of Garissa County - Government of Garissa for the year ended 30th June 2026.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Masalani Municipality - County Government of Garissa for the year ended 30th June 2026.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of Urban Development Grant

(KUSP II)-P156777-IDA-61334-KE-Municipality of Garissa - County Government of Garissa for the year ended 30th June 2026.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of urban institution grant (KUSP II) Credit No. 7349-KE, 7350-KE and Grant No. E208-KE- Dadaab Municipality - County Government of Garissa for the year ended 30th June 2026.

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of urban development grant (KUSP II)-IDA-Credit No.7349-KE 7350-KE Dadaab- Hagadera Municipality - County Government of Garissa for the year ended 30th

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements of the second Kenya Support Programme (KUSP II) Urban Institutional Grant (UIG) - IDA Credit No. 7349- KE and Grant No. E208-KE-Wajir Municipality - County Government of Wajir for the year ended 30th June 2026, and finally,

Report of the Auditor-General on financial statements on drought resilient programme in Northern Kenya/Grant Credit No. BMZ No.201267301 - County Government of Turkana for the year ended 30th June, 2026.

I thank you, Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir.

PETITION

DELAYED UPGRADE OF EGOJI TEACHERS

COLLEGE TO A UNIVERSITY COLLEGE

1. (1) THAT the Egoji Teachers College established in 1960 is a public registered teacher training college located in the Egoji East Ward, South Imenti Constituency in Meru County, and is sponsored by the Catholic Diocese of Meru.
2. (2) THAT the land where the institution lies was donated by the people of Egoji community with the legitimate expectation that the institution will be a catalyst for local development and will evolve, align with the national education policy.
3. (3) THAT since its establishment, the college has received wide public investments from the national Government and extensive support from other partners, including the host community, which has led to improved infrastructure, staffing, knowledge and skills output and benefits to the local community.
4. (4) THAT the petitioners herein, being the host community, are concerned that the institution has not been able to keep up with the prevailing national and global trends in higher education, where teachers in colleges are being transitioned to university colleges or being absorbed by public universities to meet contemporary demands for degree level training, professionalism of teaching, interdisciplinary learning and research-led institutions.
5. (5) THAT the abolition of P1 teacher training colleges deflected this structural shift towards academically integrated institutions, aligned with knowledge, competence and skills-aligned economy.
6. (6) THAT there has been deliberate national policy action to transition teachers' colleges into constituent colleges or to absorb them into public universities, thereby expanding access to degree programmes where the curriculum centres on creativity, innovation, talent development and enterprises characterising socio-economic development. Comparable institutions such as Kibabii Teachers College were converted into Kibabii University, Siriba Teachers College into Maseno University, and Moi Teachers College into the University of Baringo, among others.
7. (7) THAT there has been a shift in the Kenyan education system from the theory- orientated instruction associated with the 8-4-4 system to the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), which now focusses on hands-on learning, innovation, problem- solving and technical competence.
8. (8) THAT despite several initiatives undertaken to facilitate the upgrading of Egoji Teachers Training College into a university college, the process has remained unresolved, and has stalled at critical stages. These initiatives include the 2007 Kenyatta University Initiative, the 2018/2019 Meru University of Science and Technology Initiative, and the 2020/2022 Community-Led Initiative, spearheaded by the then Member of Parliament, yours truly Kathuri Murungi.

1. (9) THAT the community lost an important opportunity due to matters that were not within its control; an opportunity which since then has been elusive with the negative consequences of stagnation of the institution and the local socio-economic development.
2. (10) THAT the community's long-time vision and expectation is to have the Egoji Teachers College transition into a constituent college, or to be absorbed into a public university to address the prevailing global and national trends of hands-on learning, innovation, problem-solving and technical competence.
3. (11) THAT the petitioners have made efforts to have the matter addressed by the relevant authorities, including the Board of Management of Egoji Teachers College, Kenyatta University, the Ministry of Education and the Commission for University Education (CUE), all of which have failed to give satisfactory responses.
4. (12) THAT none of the issues raised in this Petition is pending in any court of law, constitutional court or other legal body.
5. (13) WHEREFORE, your humble petitioners pray that the Senate investigates the matter with a view to-
6. (i) facilitating a definitive resolution on the proposed upgrading of Egoji Teachers College training college into a university college; (ii) exercising its powers under Article 125 of the Constitution to summon the relevant authorities to provide information on the circumstances that have led to the non- implementation of the recommendations of the three initiatives aimed at upgrading the Egoji Teachers Training College to university college; (iii) enquiring into the circumstances that led to the withdrawal of or failure to implement the commitments made by either Kenyatta University or Meru University of Science and Technology in support of the proposed upgrade and making appropriate recommendations; and, (iv) the Senate to make recommendations that it deems fit in regard to the Petition.

This Petition is dated 14th September, 2026, and presented by the Senator for Meru County, Sen. Kathuri Murungi, Moran of the Golden Heart (MGH), MP.

The Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Education is here; I kindly request that we expedite and conclude this matter before the end of this Session.

Chairperson, maybe you can give your commitment to this matter. I thank you, Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir.

(The Petition was committed to the Standing Committee on Education)

MESSAGE FROM THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY APPOINTMENT OF HON. FATUMA IBRAHIM ALI TO THE PARLIAMENTARY SERVICE COMMISSION

Hon. Senators, I have a Message from the National Assembly. I wish to report to the Senate that pursuant to Standing Order No.46(3), I received a Message from the Speaker of the National Assembly regarding the appointment of a non-Member of Parliament to the Parliamentary Service Commission (PSC). The Message, dated Wednesday, 7th October, 2026, was received in the office of the Clerk of the Senate on the same date.

Pursuant to Standing Order No.46(4), I now report the Message.

Sen. Eddy, take your seat.

WHEREAS Article 127(2)(D) of the Constitution provides for the appointment of one man and one woman by Parliament from among persons who are experienced in public affairs, but are not Members of Parliament;

AND WHEREAS the Senate, by a resolution passed on Thursday, 1st October 2026, appointed the Hon. Fatuma Ibrahim Ali as member of the PSC, pursuant to the provisions of Article 127(2)(D) of the Constitution and, therefore, referred the nominee to the National Assembly for consideration;

FURTHER WHEREAS, in accordance with the provisions of Article 127(2)(D) of the Constitution, by a resolution passed on Wednesday, 7th October 2026, the National Assembly appointed the Hon. Fatuma Ibrahim Ali as a member of the PSC;

NOW THEREFORE, in accordance with the provisions of Standing Order 41(1) of the National Assembly Standing Orders, I hereby convey the decision of the National Assembly to the Senate.

Hon. Senators, following the resolution of the Senate and the National Assembly, the appointment of Hon. Fatuma Ibrahim Ali was duly effected and, as you may be aware, she was sworn in as a member of the PSC earlier today, Thursday, 8th October

1. 2026.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CHAIR

APPOINTMENT OF SENATORS TO SERVE AS A POLITICAL FOCAL POINT FOR THE PARLIAMENTARY TRACK OF THE 21ST INTERNET GOVERNANCE FORUM

Hon. Senators, I have a Communication to make regarding the appointment of Senators to serve as a political focal point for the parliamentary track of the 21st Internet Governance Forum (IGF), scheduled to be held in Nairobi, Kenya, from 14th to 18th December, 2026.

Hon. Senators, the IGF is a multi-stakeholder platform convened by the United Nations (UN) to facilitate dialogue on public policy issues relating to the internet, digital governance and the digital economy.

As part of the Forum, a dedicated Parliamentary Track will be held from 15th to 17th December, 2026, jointly organised by the IGF Secretariat, the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), and the Parliament of Kenya as the host Parliament. The Track will bring together parliamentarians and parliamentary staff to deliberate on the legislative and oversight aspects of digital governance.

By a letter dated 29th July, 2026, the IPU invited the Parliament of Kenya to organise the Parliamentary Track of the 21st IGF, 2026. The IPU also invited the Speakers of both Houses to deliver remarks at the opening of the Parliamentary Track and requested Parliament to designate political and/or administrative focal points to facilitate coordination.

Hon. Senators, I consulted the Speaker of the National Assembly, and we have appointed the following Members to serve as political focal points for the Parliamentary Track-

1. (1) Hon. John Kiarie Waweru, CBS, MP;
2. (2) Hon. Alfah Ondieki Miruka, CBS, MP;
3. (3) Hon. Mark Ogolla Nyamita, MP;
4. (4) Hon. Erastus Kivasu Nzioka, MP;
5. (5) Hon. Umulkher Harun Mohamed, MP;
6. (6) Hon. Bernard Kibor Kitur, MP;
7. (7) Sen. Allan Kiprotich Chesang’, CBS, MP;
8. (8) Sen. Miraj Abdullahi Abdulrahman, MP;
9. (9) Sen. William Kipkemoi Kisang, CBS, MP;
10. (10) Sen. Issa Juma Boy, CBS, MP; and,
11. (11) Sen. Beatrice Akinyi Ogola, MP. The appointed Senators will serve as the Senate’s political focal points in the preparation for and participation in the forum as communicated.

Thank you.

Order, Hon. Senators. Take your seats.

VISITING LECTURER AND STUDENTS FROM KCA UNIVERSITY, NAIROBI COUNTY

Hon. Senators, I would like to acknowledge the presence in the public gallery of a visiting delegation comprising one lecturer and 31 students from KCA University, Nairobi County, who are in the Senate for academic expedition.

On behalf of the Senate and on my own behalf, I extend a warm welcome to the delegation and wish them a fruitful visit.

Senator for Nairobi County, would you be so kind as to welcome them?

Hii maneno ya kufanya vitu jua kali muwache!

going to be explained by the Petitioner, you will not give the Petitioner the right to be heard by this Senate. Let the Petition go through due process. Those answers will be given in the committee, and then we can debate it properly.

QUESTIONS AND STATEMENTS

STATEMENTS

COMMEMORATION OF WORLD TEACHERS’ DAY, 2026

William Ruto during the celebrations to improve teachers' welfare and professional growth. This includes increasing the number of teachers to benefit from promotions in the Financial Year 2026/2027 to 50,000, and providing additional resources for the exercise alongside the reported progress towards implementing the new career progression guidelines.

The commitment to recruit an additional 20,000 teachers by December, 2026, and convert 20,000 contract teachers to permanent and pensionable are also significant, including more than 100,000 that have been hired for the last four years. Their implementation would help address staffing shortages, ease workloads in understaffed schools and improve employment security.

I welcome the commitment to improve the administration of teachers' retirement benefits. Teachers who have dedicated their working lives to educating our children deserve timely payment of their benefits and dignity in retirement. Recognition of teachers must be accompanied by a sustained improvement in their working conditions. This requires fair remuneration, adequate staffing, safe and conducive working environment, equitable opportunities for career progression and timely retirement benefits.

Teachers' concerns should also be addressed through meaningful and sustainable engagement among the Government, the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) led by Evaleen Mitei, and teachers' representative organisations such as the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) and Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) among others, including the proposed consideration of a two-year Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) review cycle after the expiry of the current CBA in 2025/2029 agreement should form part of this dialogue.

I call upon the Government and the relevant institutions to translate the commitments made during the celebration into concrete action with clear implementation timelines and adequate resources. Investment in teachers strengthens the quality of education and the human capital necessary for Kenya's social and economic development.

In conclusion, as we commemorate the World Teachers' Day, I reaffirm my commitment to champion teachers' welfare and the advancement of the teaching profession. I salute all teachers, including my mother, Mrs. Rosemary Ruto Chepkoech and all other teachers across the country for their dedication, sacrifice and service to our nation.

I thank you, Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, Happy World Teachers' Day.

DEMISE OF 17 PILGRIMS FROM ST. MATHIAS MULUMBA CATHOLIC CHURCH, MIKINDANI PARISH

THEFT OF DRY COFFEE BEANS AT UNYWANI COFFEE FACTORY, MACHAKOS COUNTY

police post. In the robbery, the factory lost 137 bags of grade one dry coffee beans valued at approximately Kshs3 million.

In the statement, the Committee should address the following-

1. (1) The events at the factory on the night of 1st July, 2026, when the theft occurred, including the event of the theft recorded and other losses reported, and the measures taken to recover the stolen coffee bags and other assets.
2. (2) The interventions on the robbery, including the number of suspects arrested, prosecuted or still at large.
3. (3) Vulnerability of coffee factories in Machakos County to such robberies, and the adequacy of the security arrangements provided by both the national Government and the county governments.
4. (4) Collaborative frameworks between the national Government and the County Government of Machakos to enhance intelligence gathering and sharing, community policing and coordinated responses to the criminal activities.
5. (5) Whether there was collusion between criminal elements and security officers in the theft, and measures to rebuild public trust and security operating in Machakos County.

Sen. Agnes Kavindu MP, Senator for Machakos County.

COMMERCIALIZATION OF LIVESTOCK RUSTLING AND GAPS IN LIVESTOCK MARKET TRACEABILITY

1. (1) The effectiveness of the existing livestock traceability and market control systems in preventing stolen livestock from entering formal livestock markets, transport systems and slaughter facilities.
2. (2) Whether animals delivered at regulated slaughter facilities are routinely checked against reports and records of stolen livestock.

1. (3) The extent of compliance with livestock movement and documentation requirements, including the number of movement permits and livestock suppliers routinely subjected to verification or audit, the nature of irregularities identified, and the measures taken against suppliers found to have been engaged in fraudulent or irregular documentation.
2. (4) The role of livestock markets, transporters and slaughter facilities in the movement of livestock, including the number of livestock transporters, market and slaughter facilities investigated in connection with suspected livestock theft, unlawful movement or receipt of stolen animals.
3. (5) The status and outcome of investigations into livestock theft and the commercialization of livestock rustling, including the number of suppliers, transporters, traders, market operators and other persons investigated, arrested or charged and the outcome of concluded cases.
4. (6) The measures being undertaken to strengthen livestock traceability and disrupt the commercialisation of stolen livestock, including livestock theft to market audit covering Samburu, Isiolo, Laikipia, Turkana, Baringo and West Pokot counties.

Signed, Sen. Hezena Lemaletian, 2nd October, 2026. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I beg that you refer this statement to the relevant committee.

ELECTRICITY SUPPLY CRISIS IN KITENGELA TOWN

concern regarding the electricity supply crisis that is currently paralysing Kitengela Town.

Kitengela Town is a rapidly growing hub within the Nairobi metropolis and is facing a severe electricity supply crisis. Erratic and prolonged blackouts have disrupted businesses, residential life, and the town's potential as a commercial centre.

Kenya Power (KP) has not adequately addressed the infrastructural and operational challenges, thereby undermining the sustainability of satellite towns that are critical to relieving pressure on Nairobi's amenities.

In the statement, the Committee should address the following-

1. (1) The causes of the perennial electricity supply failures in Kitengela Town, indicating what infrastructural and operational challenges contribute to this.
2. (2) Timelines and measures for restoring reliable electricity supply to sustain the town's growth.
3. (3) Long-term plans by KPLC and the Ministry of Energy to expand supply capacity and ensure stability for Kitengela and other satellite towns.

NON-PAYMENT OF ACCUMULATED TRAINING ALLOWANCES FOR NEW POLICE GRADUATES

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I have a second request, I rise pursuant to Standing Order 53 (1) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations on a matter of national concern regarding the non-payment of accumulated training allowances for new police graduates.

The welfare of newly graduated police recruits is at risk due to non-payment of their accumulated training allowances. After nine months of training and passing out parades at Kiganjo and Embakasi campuses, these officers were deployed without their financial support owed to them. Many have struggled to meet the basic needs or travel to their stations, beginning service under financial strain and diminished morale.

In the statement, the Committee should address the following-

1. (1) Reasons why the latest cohort of police graduates has not received their requisite training allowances;
2. (2) timelines for disbursement of pending payments; and,
3. (3) measures to safeguard the welfare and wellbeing of new recruits as they begin service in their assigned stations.

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, allow me to read my last statement.

WELFARE AND FAIR TRIAL FOR KENYAN NATIONALS FACING PROSECUTION IN UGANDA

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations on a matter of national concern regarding the welfare and fair trial rights of Kenyan nationals facing prosecution in Uganda.

In the statement, the Committee should address the following -

1. (1) The number of Kenyan nationals facing prosecution in Uganda, including a breakdown of those who have been freed on bail or bond and those currently held in remand;
2. (2) charges preferred against each of the affected Kenyans, together with details on the circumstances and dates of their arrest and whether the arrest and subsequent proceedings were undertaken in accordance with Ugandan laws and applicable regional and international human rights standards;
3. (3) diplomatic arrangements in place to ensure access to competent legal representation and to safeguard the safety, health and general welfare of affected individuals, particularly those held in remand;
4. (4) measures to ensure fair and expeditious trial, particularly in cases such as that of Mr. Josephat Mzee Hayeza, a Kenyan national holding a Kenyan passport number indicated there, and identification number indicated there, who has been remanded at Luzira Prison in Uganda for more than two years now, and whose case remains pending with unclear timelines for its determination; and,
5. (5) mechanisms to facilitate timely and regular communication to family members of affected Kenyans on the progress of the cases and any Government interventions to secure and safeguard the rights of their kin.

I thank you.

IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROGRAMME

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Roads, Transportation and Housing on a matter of national concern regarding implementation of the Affordable Housing Programme (AHP).

In the Statement, the Committee should address the following-

1. (1) Operational status of County Rural and Urban Affordable Housing Committees in each of the 47 counties, including their composition, respective dates of establishment, and whether the committees have developed five-year affordable housing investment programmes for their respective counties as required under Section 39 of the Affordable Housing Act;
2. (2) The original cost vis-à-vis the actual project cost for each completed affordable housing, occupation status of the housing units under the project and the criteria used to identify allottees of completed housing units;

1. (3) The implementation status of each ongoing project, including details of the number of housing units under construction, estimated project cost and actual expenditures incurred so far in respect of each project;
2. (4) Sources of funding for each of the implemented projects together with details on any associated pending bills, adopted procurement processes, and contractors responsible for project execution;
3. (5) Measures to ensure transparency and value for money, including details of the extent of which local communities, county governments and other stakeholders have been involved in identification of the location and other relevant aspects to ensure that the projects address unique needs of the Kenyan people; and,
4. (6) The number of additional affordable housing units planned for construction in each county.

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, allow me to go to my second Statement.

CONSTRUCTION OF NATIONAL SOCIAL SECURITY FUND HEADQUARTERS IN NAIROBI CITY COUNTY

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on Labour and Social Welfare on a matter of national concern regarding the ongoing construction of the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) Headquarters along Kenyatta Avenue in Nairobi City County. This inquiry is prompted by the need for transparency and accountability on the project execution, particularly concerning its financing, procurement, contractual arrangements and overall value for money, given that the project involves members’ contributions.

In the statement, the Committee should address the following-

1. (1) Comprehensive project overview, including cost estimates, scope and financial structure, clarifying whether it is fully funded by NSSF or it involves Public- Private Partnership (PPP) on a joint venture;
2. (2) Procurement process and contractual arrangements naming contractors and consultants, the value of their contract, and due diligence conducted prior to the awards;
3. (3) A full breakdown of financial commitments and payments made to date, including outstanding obligations, terms of loans or financing facilities, and any revenue sharing or management arrangements with private partners; and,
4. (4) Status of all requisite regulatory approvals, including feasibility, environmental and social assessments, and mechanisms in place to monitor quality and address risks such as cost variance, delays or contract variations.

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, with your permission, let me go to my third Statement.

MANAGEMENT OF FUNDS HELD BY THE NATIONAL SOCIAL SECURITY FUND

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Labour and Social Welfare on a matter of national concern regarding the financial management, investment and accountability of funds held by the NSSF.

In the statement, the Committee should address the following-

1. (1) The current financial position of the NSSF, including the value of members’ contributions, pensioners’ funds, assets and liabilities and the Fund’s audited financial statements;
2. (2) breakdown of the Fund’s investment portfolio, including the value, location and returns generated from 2021 to date, and whether the Fund has complied with its investment policy and applicable laws;
3. (3) details of funds lost, misappropriated, irregularly invested or exposed to financial risks, and measures taken to recover or safeguard such funds which belong to workers of Kenya; and,
4. (4) status of audit queries, if any, investigations and recommendations relating to management of the funds by the Auditor-General, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), the Retirement Benefits Authority (RBA) and other relevant oversight bodies from 2021 to date, including measures taken to implement the recommendations, enhance accountability and transparency, and safeguard members’ and pensioners’ funds.

I thank you.

ACCOUNTABILITY OF EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT EDUCATION MILK PROGRAMME IN KISII COUNTY

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Orders No.53(1) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Education on a matter of county-wide importance regarding the implementation, procurement, funding, and accountability of the Early Childhood Development Education Milk Programme for Kisii County.

The Kisii County Government launched an Early Childhood Development and Education Milk Program in January, 2026, targeting approximately 68,000 learners in 697 public ECDE centres across the 45 wards of Kisii County, with each learner receiving 200 millilitres of milk three times a week. While the programme seeks to improve nutrition, increase attendance and learning outcomes, concerns have emerged regarding its procurement, implementation and accountability, including the re- advertisement of the two-year framework agreement and the reported involvement of the Kenya Cooperative Creameries (KCC).

In this regard, the Committee should address the following-

1. (1) The procurement process undertaken for the supply and distribution of milk since the commencement of the programme in February, 2026, to date, including the

suppliers engaged, the contracts awarded, and the compliance with the legal provisions, especially under the Public Finance Management Act.

1. (2) The budget allocated funds disbursed, spent to date, unit costs, transportation and distribution expenses, and payments made to suppliers.
2. (3) The number of ECDE centres and learners served, delivery quantities and schedules, and the reconciliation discrepancies between reported centres and previous county planning records.
3. (4) The source and quality of the milk supplies supplied, the applicable Kenya Dairy Board (KDB) and Kenya Bureau of Standards (KBS) certifications obtained, and the measures to transition toward sourcing from local dairy farmers alongside a monitoring mechanism to ensure accountability and equitable distribution of the milk.
4. (5) The status of the two-year framework for procurement of milk, including the outcome of the tender and the re-advertisements, the identity of the successful bidder or bidders, the framework contract value, the agreed unit price, and the commencement date of the supply under the framework agreed upon.

STATUS OF KISII CANCER CENTRE

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Orders No.53(1) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Health on a matter of national concern regarding the status, completion and operationalisation of the Kisii Cancer Centre, which is intended to provide specialised cancer services to the Kisii County and the wider area within our county.

Delays in completing and operationalising this centre undermines timely access to specialised cancer care. Patients in Kisii and neighbouring counties do require a fully equipped, adequately staffed and a functional facility to reduce the burden of traveling long distances for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.

In that statement, the Committee should address the following-

1. (1) The current status of the Kisii Cancer Centre, including the percentage of works completed, original and revised completion timelines, the contractors and consultants engaged, the value and status of their contracts, and the reasons for delays in implementation.
2. (2) The financial resources committed to the project since its inception including total budgetary allocations, funds released and expenditure to date with a breakdown of expenditure details of outstanding contractual payments, pending bills or other financial obligations affecting the completion of this centre.
3. (3) The centre’s preparedness to start providing comprehensive cancer care, including the diagnostic and treatment services to be offered, equipment procured or awaiting procurement, the budget for equipping the facility, and timelines for the delivery, installation, testing and commissioning of the equipment.
4. (4) The staffing and operational plans for the centre, including the number and categories of specialised personnel required, arrangements for their

recruitment and deployment, and the integration with existing oncology services at the Kisii and Teaching and Referral Hospital.

1. (5) The definitive timelines for completion, equipping, staffing, commissioning and the full operationalisation of the centre, and any measures by the Ministry of Health to ensure access to services for patients from Kisii, Nyamira, Migori, Homa Bay and all our neighbouring counties.

BRANDING OF COUNTY-FUNDED PROJECTS BY GOVERNORS

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Orders No.53(1) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Devolution, Intergovernmental Relations on a matter of national concern regarding the naming and branding of county government projects by leadership or sitting governors.

Concern has arisen over the practice of naming and branding county-funded projects after sitting governors, as is the case in Kisii at a place called Nyambera Park, reportedly branded Etaya Governor’s Park. Etaya is an alias name of the sitting Governor of Kisii County. While the value of the project itself is not an issue on this matter, the issue is whether public facilities financed by taxpayers should carry the personal names, titles, political identities or political parties of office holders, and under what legal or participatory framework such decisions are made.

In the statement, the Committee should address the following-

1. (1) The legal, policy, or administrative basis for branding Nyambera Park as Etaya Park, as well as other county-funded projects similarly branded after the sitting Governor, with details of names, locations, costs and authorizing procedures.

1. (2) Whether the naming process was subjected to public participation and approval by the county assembly under Article 232(1)(d) of the Constitution and provide details of the stakeholder consultations on this.
2. (3) The costs incurred in branding Nyambera Park and other county-funded projects with the Governor's name, including procurement methods and sources of funds which were utilised and at what cost.
3. (4) We know that national laws or guidelines exist on the use of names, titles or likeliness of governors on public projects, and whether the existing frameworks are adequate to prevent the personalisation of public projects.
4. (5) Measures to ensure that county-funded projects are identified and branded in a manner that recognizes their public ownership, promotes accountability, avoids creating the impression that the projects were actually financed by the Governor and not through public resources which are for personal projects. I thank you.

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I also want to make a small point, that you please allow us to ask some of the questions we have. Sometimes, they may be controversial, but allow them because that is how we vent. I will not even say what the questions are, but many Members are raising issues, and it is okay to quietly sort out the issue in-house.

POSTPARTUM HAEMORRHAGE AS A LEADING CAUSE OF MATERNAL DEATHS

1. (1) A detailed breakdown of maternal deaths from postpartum haemorrhage from 2023 to date.
2. (2) The referral framework for postpartum haemorrhage, emergencies and the steps taken to strengthen the formal health system to address delays in referrals.
3. (3) The public awareness programmes available to educate women on danger signs, early detection and when to seek medical attention.
4. (4) The availability of essential medicines, supplies and functional blood transfusion services and measures to ensure continuity.
5. (5) The current status of maternity units in terms of infrastructure, equipment and staffing and the measures being implemented to upgrade them and long-term interventions to reduce maternal deaths.

Thank you.

LACK OF IMPROVEMENT OF ACCESS ROADS WITHIN NDHIWA MUNICIPALITY

and Housing on a matter of countywide concern regarding inadequate and lack of improvement of access roads within Ndhiwa Municipality in Homa Bay County.

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, Ndhiwa Municipality requires critical urban utilities to enhance services to its residents. Chief among these is a functional road network to ensure accessibility, mobility and delivery of essential services. At present, several key access roads that fall under the mandate of the Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA), which are vital for the functioning of the municipality, remain in deplorable condition, rendering the area largely inaccessible.

These roads include, the Kosano Ring Road, that is, the bridge around Kosano and Ruby's Petrol Station; the Ndhiwa Primary-Kosano Road, the Cooperative Bank-Gor Mahia Road, the Cooperative Bank-Kemba Primary running to the Ndhiwa Primary Road, the Sub-County Headquarters Road that runs to Ndhiwa Hospital Primary School round to Ndhiwa KMTC Road, and the Holy Family Basilica Catholic Road running to the Ndhiwa Central SDA Church, straight to the Housing Corporation Road.

In the statement, the Committee should address the following-

1. (1) The status of all access roads within Ndhiwa Municipality, including their current condition and usability.
2. (2) The reasons why the listed roads have not been improved despite the municipality's designation under the Urban Areas and Cities Act.
3. (3) The measures being undertaken by KURA to ensure timely rehabilitation of the roads.

I will read my second statement.

INCREASED MURDER CASES IN NDHIWA CONSTITUENCY

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations on a matter of countywide concern regarding increased cases of murder in Ndhiwa constituency of Homa Bay County.

In recent months, several cold blood murders have been committed in Ndhiwa Constituency using all manner of crude weapons. These heinous acts have resulted in loss of lives, instilled fear among residents, and demonstrated a blatant disregard for the rule of law and the sanctity of life.

In the statement, the Committee should address the following-

1. (1) The status of all murder cases reported in Ndhiwa Constituency in the last one year, including the identities of victims, the deaths and areas where the incidences occur that is not limited to the following: Thomas Owiti Ngosia of Arembe Village, John Bosco Osano of Ndhiwa Town, David Olem of Ongaro Village, Karen Atieno Pio of Ndisi Village, Jomu Omari of Koguta, Tom Otieno Odongo of Kaguria, and the many others.
2. (2) The reasons why investigations into these murders have not yielded timely arrests, prosecutions or convictions despite the gravity of the crimes.

1. (3) Whether suspects have been identified, apprehended or charged and the extent of evidence gathered to ensure perpetrators face the full force of the law.
2. (4) The measures by the Ministry of Interior and National Administration and the National Police Service to prevent further killings, including deployment of security personnel, intelligence gathering, and community policing initiatives.
3. (5) The strategies being implemented to dismantle criminal networks in Ndhiwa to strengthen community-based prevention and ensure there is law enforcement amongst the resident.
4. (6) Whether Ndhiwa Constituency can be declared and marked as a security hotspot, with the Ministry of Interior and National Administration putting in place a raft of measures to address the situation.

Thank you.

SECURING MIGORI COUNTY GOVERNMENT LAND AND SOLVING HISTORICAL LAND DISPUTES

1. (1) Unresolved land ownership restrictions and disputes recorded in the county registry from 2023 to date, together with their current administrative status and timelines for dispute resolution.
2. (2) Itemised budgets and requisitions for physical planning, surveys and urban development over the same period, and explain their impact on securing county land.
3. (3) Itemised budgets and corresponding requisitions for developed public markets and trading centres from 2023 to date, with an explanation of their role in resolving historical land disputes and sustaining development despite outstanding claims.

INTERVENTIONS FOR BREAST CANCER SCREENING AND ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE TREATMENT

1. (1) The current breast cancer statistics in the country based on data maintained by the Ministry of Health and the National Cancer Registry, including annual new causes, incident rates and deaths disaggregated by county.
2. (2) Measures by the Ministry of Health in collaboration with county governments to prioritise budgetary allocations for comprehensive oncology services to ensure a reliable supply of essential cancer medicines.
3. (3) Measures to expand access to affordable and subsidised cancer screening services at the community level to facilitate early detection and timely treatment.
4. (4) Measures to address gaps in oncology infrastructure and shortages of specialised health care personnel and diagnostic equipment particularly in rural counties.

CONCEPTUALISATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SHIRIKA PLAN FOR REFUGEES AND HOST COMMUNITIES

services, social protection systems, and other public services alongside host communities. The plan has, however, raised apprehension within the host communities majorly due to fears of heightened competition over scarce resources.

In the statement, the Committee should address the following-

1. (1) The legal framework underpinning the Shirika Plan for refugees and host communities.
2. (2) The financing arrangement for the plan, including an assessment of its physical sustainability.
3. (3) Whether the Government involved the refugee hosting communities in the development of the Shirika Plan, and if so, obtain evidence of the public participation exercises along with information on how any concerns by the host communities were addressed.
4. (4) The Government's plan for the socio-economic development of the arid and semi-arid areas hosting refugee camps, including the measures to create adequate opportunities for both refugees and host communities.
5. (5) The current safeguards to protect host communities from competition over scarce resources, and to prevent additional strain on limited local resources such as land and water.

Sen. Consolata Wakwabubi, MP, Nomination, dated 28th September.

OWNERSHIP OF LAND LR NOS.1705/ 233 /90-106, BUYUNI-BOFA

1. 2026.” In the statement the Committee should address the following-
2. (1) The status of the legal ownership of parcels of land LR No.1705/233/90 -106 including the registered proprietors, acreage, original parcel and registration and transfer history, and whether any parcel of land has been cancelled, altered, rectified, surrendered, subdivided, amalgamated or otherwise affected since registration.

1. (2) Whether a national Government title exists over the affected parcels of land or any portion of LR No.1705/ 233. If so, to provide its particulars including acreage, date and basis of registration, the manner of its creation, and its effect on the existing registered private interests.
2. (3) The survey and cadastral history of the affected properties, including Survey Plan No. 263460, the relevant registry index, index maps, mutation forms, deed plans, survey records and any subsequent amendments, and whether any alternative or earlier survey records or maps were relied upon in creating or recognising the reported government interests.
3. (4) The legal basis for occupation, control or restriction of access to parcels by Kenya Prison’s officers including any title, lease, easement, way leave, court order, Government directive or other instrument authorising it, and the circumstances in which the proprietors have been prevented from accessing, fencing, re-beaconing or developing their land.
4. (5) The circumstances of the reported Government site mission and perimeter fencing in August, 2026, including the agencies and officials involved, the purpose and outcome of the exercise, and the minutes, reports, surveying instructions, maps, correspondence, approvals and decisions arising from it.
5. (6) The measures in place to protect the registered proprietors and resolve the dispute, including safeguarding the original land and survey records, preventing further interference with the parcels, restoring access where no lawful government interest exists, and commissioning an independent verification of the legal registration and cadastral status of LR No. 1705/233/90-106.

Thank you, Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir.

QUALITY OF TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES IN KENYA

(Statement deferred) We will now proceed to statements pursuant to Standing Order No.52, and I call upon Sen. Mungatana to read his statement.

REPORT OF THE KENYA DELEGATION TO THE PAN-AFRICAN PARLIAMENT, EAST AFRICAN REGIONAL CAUCUS WORKSHOP

Strengthening Water Security, Good Governance and Peace through Parliamentary Action.’

The Kenya delegation to the workshop comprised the following members-

1. (1) Sen. (Dr.) Danson Mungatana, MP - Leader of Kenya delegation, PAP
2. (2) Sen. (Prof.) Margaret Kamar, MP - Member, PAP
3. (3) Hon. Esther Passaris - Member, PAP The Workshop brought together Members of the PAP drawn from the East African Region, together with resource persons from the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), and the African Union (AU) Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security, to examine the interlinkages between climate change, water security, food security, governance, human rights and peace and security in our region. It was convened in the furtherance of the African Union theme of the year, ‘Assuring water's availability and safe sanitation systems to achieve the goals of Agenda 2063.’ Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, allow me to highlight the role played by the Kenyan Delegation over the two days of deliberations. In Session Three of the workshop, I had the honour of presenting on Kenya's experience with national climate and water security challenges, and posed five guiding questions that shaped the workshop's subsequent focus on the specific role of Parliament in climate governance, the balance between crisis response and prevention, accountability for climate resilience investments, meaningful public participation, and coordinated regional parliamentary action.

Sen. (Prof) Margaret Kamar addressed the caucus on parliamentary diplomacy and regional cooperation under Session Four on strengthening parliamentary oversight and legislative action. Hon. Esther Passaris addressed the same Session on climate financing and budgetary oversight. Their contributions directly informed the commitments on regional cooperation, parliamentary focal persons and budgetary transparency that were subsequently adapted in the workshop's outcome document.

The workshop culminated in the adoption of the EARC Communique in which members of the caucus committed, among other things, to strengthen parliamentary oversight of climate and water programmes, to enhance scrutiny of climate-related budgets, including through a proposed regional climate finance scorecard and climate budget tagging to promote transparency through emergency procurement price dashboards during climate-related disasters, to designate parliamentary focal persons to engage IGAD, the East African Community (EAC), and the AU on Transboundary Climate and Water Risks, and to request the EARC Secretariat to prepare a time-bound implementation matrix with progress to the Report at the next EARC caucus meeting.

The full account of the proceedings, the substantive contributions of the Kenyan Delegation, the text of the EARC Communique, and recommendations for the consideration of this House are set out in the Report, which I now lay on the Table of the Senate.

I thank you.

PREVALENCE OF GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE IN BOMET COUNTY

This House should also examine the adequacy and functionality of safe houses and shelters for GBV survivors, including their capacity, staffing, funding, utilisation and referral mechanisms. The people of Bomet County are entitled to expect the State and its institutions to discharge their constitutional and statutory obligations to prevent GBV, protect those at risk, respond effectively to reported cases, and secure timely remedies for survivors. It is imperative that identified gaps are addressed through coordinated, adequately resourced interventions, with institutions and public officers held to account for failure to discharge their responsibilities.

Thank you.

UTOAJI WA HATI MILIKI KATIKA KAUNTI YA KILIFI

(Statement deferred)

DELAY IN COMPLETION OF GIKUYARI-KIRIE-ISHIARA ROAD

(Statement deferred)

QUALITY OF TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES

(Statement deferred) Hon. Members, I will now allow comments on the Statements for--- (The Clerks-at-the-Table consulted with the Temporary Speaker) I have just been reminded that we still have a further statement by the Leader of Majority pursuant to Standing Order No.57(1). Once the Leader of Majority reads his statement, I will allow comments on all the statements for 20 minutes.

(Sen. Osotsi spoke off record) Nobody is on the Floor, Sen. Osotsi. I am yet to give him the microphone to speak.

(Sen. Osotsi spoke off record) Is it a point of order or clarification?

BUSINESS OF THE WEEK COMMENCING TUESDAY, 3RD NOVEMBER, 2026

I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.57(1) to present the business for the week commencing Tuesday, 3rd November, 2026. As everybody would know, today is what you would call – not a closing day – but a half-term break. It is a very good day because a good number of schools are also on half-term break. So, it will present Members with an

opportunity to not only do their constituency work, but also interact with their families, particularly those that have younger children.

Hon. Senators will recall that when we met here on 6th October, 2026, we passed the following Bills at Second Reading: The Street Naming and Property Addressing System Bill (Senate Bills No.43 of 2024); the Fisheries Management and Development Bill (Senate Bills No.35 of 2023); and the Livestock Protection and Sustainability Bill (Senate Bills No.32 of 2024).

The National Assembly Amendments to the County Governments Additional Allocations Bill, (Senate Bill No.8 of 2026), is at the Committee of the Whole stage, although I thought we had concluded on it. I will check properly. I may have drafted it wrongly, but to the best of my knowledge, because we agreed with the Committee Amendments from the National Assembly, we concluded on that particular one.

I take this opportunity to thank Hon. Senators who availed themselves in the House for the voting exercise on that day. It had been a long time before we concluded business from Second Reading to Third Reading. We proceed on recess at the rise of the House today. Substantial business remains pending before the House. It is my hope that we will be able to conclude this business when sittings resume in the Sixth Session of this term.

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, there is certain business that I would like to bring to your attention. For example, the Bill that is currently on the Floor of the House on public participation. Surely, 13 years after the coming into place of the new Constitution, we cannot continue to have the kind of situation where almost every other law or policy decision is challenged by citizens because they feel either, they were not granted the opportunity to participate, or the procedure through which people shared their submissions on those matters were not appropriate. That is why I hope that today, Members will have an opportunity, after we respond to statements, to share their thoughts on that Bill. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I know your Committee is concluding on the report from the various stakeholders so that when we resume in November, we shall conclude on that particular Bill.

We also have the Referendum Bill, 2026 (Senate Bills No. 3 of 2026). There have been attempts to carry out constitutional referendum in this country, and all of them have fallen flat on account of technicalities. They did not fall because the substance of the matter that were being discussed were not important to the people. As Parliament, we have not provided the legal framework for undertaking that. I have seen that the Senate is now leading in that particular exercise. Yesterday, we completed the amendments to that Bill, and we shall take a vote when we resume.

Finally, on the session of pending business is the Cooperatives Bill, 2024 (National Assembly Bill No.7 of 2024). It breaks my heart because I have spoken about this Bill times without number. I know it is currently before the Mediation Committee chaired by Sen. Mandago and his counterpart from the National Assembly, Hon. Marianne Keitany, the Member of Parliament for Aldai Constituency. It will be a travesty of justice if we are to rise for the December holidays without concluding on that business.

Almost everybody here, in this House, to the best of my knowledge, is a member of at least one, two or three Savings and Credit Cooperative Organization (SACCOs).

The constituents, the people that sent us to this House, are members of at least one or two SACCOs. But we all understand the challenges that the cooperative movement is facing in the country, and the need to streamline that sector with the laws of the land. That is why there was heated interest in that matter. It is my hope that we shall conclude on that particular business as well. We hope that the Committee undertaking the mediation exercise will conclude on that business during this recess period.

There are other 63 Bills that are still pending conclusion, including those that that I have singled out. There are 30 Motions, 18 Petitions and 578 Statements pending conclusions. I do not know if people are listening. We have 578 Statements. We do not want people to have the impression that this House does not process statements. Those statements are all before the various committees. They are statements on different issues that people are asking us to inquire this or the other in accordance with Standing Order No.53(1). A good number of these statements are due for reporting, and the Members who sought for them are awaiting answers.

The next sitting of the Senate will be on Tuesday, 3rd November, 2026, except where, for whatever circumstances, the House is recalled for a special sitting to transact certain business. The tentative business for Tuesday, 3rd November, 2026, will include any business that will not have concluded in today's Order Paper, as well as business indicated in the Notice Paper.

The tentative business for Morning Sitting on Wednesday, 4th November, 2026, will also include Statements, Questions to the Cabinet Secretaries, as well as Motions. The business for the afternoon on 4th November will include any other business from the previous day, as well as Second Reading and Committee of the Whole stage business, and we have quite a number.

In conclusion, we shall be proceeding to recess at the rise of the Senate today in accordance to our Senate Calendar. I, therefore, want to take this opportunity to wish Hon. Senators a restful recess and fruitful time to interact with your constituents. Of course, it can never be restful. I always say that once every five years, power switches back to the original owners. For those that have not faced the electorate in a re-election, this is now that particular season, and they ask very difficult questions. So, Sen. Osotsi, you better not rest in Nairobi. You should spend time in Vihiga. If you loiter around in Nairobi thinking that the people will understand---

hanging on his jacket. There was then a cartoon of Sen. Osotsi, Sen. (Dr.) Khalwale and another one called Wamboka. They said that it is the reason why he is always in T-shirts. I wanted to tell Sen. Osotsi to talk to the people. He should not hang on anyone's coat.

(Sen. (Dr.) Khalwale spoke off record)

Road, which is okay as long as there is guarantee that no money will be lost. We want to know what the return on that investment is.

It is a pity that Kenya is starting to learn from countries like Tanzania. It is Tanzania’s NSSF that built the super Parliament in Dodoma; some of you have been there. We are learning this late, which is okay, but we should have better management of resources.

Lastly, this, I hear, has got a provision in the contract of a Public-Private Partnership (PPP). Is NSSF money public funds, or is it not money belonging to workers? If it was public funds, all Kenyans would be having a stake in it, which is not the case. Those are peoples’ savings and, therefore, I hope it is not being abused.

Finally, but not the least, we also want to know that in the Dangote project in Lamu – I am surprised that the Speaker is dragging his name in allowing Sen. Sifuna to come and articulate this matter – if NSSF funds are also being used. We would like the President to take it easy. This Parliament will not be silenced. We will continue asking oversight questions. A question about the investment of Dangote in Kenya is a clear-cut matter of public interest, and even the Constitution allows the Senator of Nairobi to proceed under Article 35 and demand for all the records around that contract.

Is it that they are hiding, since this is a government that has a history of dealing with rich people, including – may his soul rust in eternal peace – the “fat boy,” who died in Zimbabwe?

An hon. Senator: He has our name! (An. Hon. Senator spoke off record)

On the welfare of teachers, I continue to congratulate the Head of State, especially on his comment he made on the World Teachers' Day. I sometimes wonder why, when it comes to teachers, certain personalities ask where money will come from. Teachers' welfare is paramount, and the Head of State was very specific that the promotion needs to move from the 34 to 50, and that is not enough, Mr. President, Sir. We should never be shy, as a nation, in addressing the welfare of teachers, that not only includes the promotions which have been longstanding---

needed investments, following even the initial investment that had been done on Lamu Port-South Sudan-Ethiopia Transport (LAPSSET) Corridor project

I support the Statement by Sen. Sifuna, and we encourage that our people should-- -

(Sen. Ogola’s microphone went off)

produce power to complement the energy sector. As we move to Singapore, we need sufficient energy so that we transform this country.

On the issue of roads, I want to pass my deepest condolences to the Catholic faithful in Mombasa, led by Coadjutor Archbishop Dominic Kimengich of the Archdiocese of Mombasa, for the tragic accident that happened. May the Lord let perpetual light shine upon them.

There is a statement that was requested by Sen. Ogola regarding our roads, and I agree that we need to redesign them. The Salama Area has claimed too many lives. Another one is the Nithi Bridge, and I am happy that it is almost complete. The one in Garissa is also almost complete. Another area is Salgaa. We need to redesign most of the roads to avoid Kenyans losing lives on the roads.

Finally, Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I have heard my senior, Sen. (Dr.) Khalwale. I would like to quote him a verse from the Book of 1st Timothy 4:12. It says; “Let no one despise your youth.” The fact that young people have money is because they are using their youthful energy to look for wealth. When he and others were young, they used to go and dance, gallivant and perambulate in chang’aa dens.

We young people are looking for wealth, and that is what the Bible says in the Book of 1st Timothy 4:12. Some of us did not have privileges of life, like the Prince from Kisii, Sen. Richard Momoima Onyonka. Therefore, we must work hard.

With those many remarks, I beg to support.

Standing Orders of this House. My statement on Dangote disappeared because I was told somebody else had brought a similar statement. At least this one of Chute has made it here. The issues are the same. We do not really care who has brought the issue of the mwananchi here, so long as it makes it to the Floor of the House and we get the opportunity to debate it.

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I was looking at my payslip, and I have been paying an average of Kshs24,000 for this Housing Levy. I want like the Head of State to understand – and that is what gives me the locus to ask questions about this programme – because you have my money, as the Executive. I have every right to ask questions about the utilization of that money.

A person in his space, because he is very well educated – in fact, he told us he has gone all the way to PhD – should not be heard castigating people who speak good English. He should be encouraging people to go to school. Some of us went to good schools, although they were rural schools. I went to Kakamega Township Primary School, and I was taught languages properly. I can speak Swahili and English. I went to Musingu High school, and I was taught properly. How is it possible that a person who has attained the highest level of education can feel bad when people speak proper English? That proper English is encouraged.

One of the things we are told about the potential of our young people in this country, especially when it comes to business process outsourcing, is that we speak the most accent-neutral English in Africa, and there are many vast opportunities. Therefore, as leaders, we should encourage people to learn how to speak properly. He, therefore, has to understand that when we raise these questions, we do not have a problem with him as an individual. We are investors in the stake of this country. I have demonstrated that I give money for this housing project.

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, one of the problems that I have with the housing project is whether the distribution of those housing projects makes sense. One of the things where this story of chicken began is that I went to a very small rural town in a place called Funyula. I do not know how many people have been there. If the promise for Affordable Housing was to finish slums, you will not hear me arguing, if, for instance, we went to Eldoret town and we found a housing project for affordable houses to clear the slums in Eldoret or the ones here in Nairobi. However, in rural Funyula, people live with their chicken on their pieces of land. Their priorities there are totally different. They want schools, hospitals; and they want to improve their infrastructure. That is what we were saying the money should go into.

For instance, if the promise was the elimination of slums, which slum are we eliminating in Funyula? Which slum are we eliminating in Vihiga, where hon. Osotsi comes from? On the counter-argument, when we were elected four years ago, there were slums here in Nairobi. If the administration was to stand and say; out of the Affordable Housing Programme, we have eliminated one slum, even if it is Mukuru Kwa Njenga, it

would make sense. This is our money, all of our money. When you utilize this money on programmes, you expect that people will ask you questions.

Sen. Cherarkey, through the Speaker, it is not about lifts. It is not about anything else. We want that we have proper priorities. For this---

(Sen. Sifuna’s microphone went off)

I will start with the statement that Hon. Sifuna has raised about the Dangote plant that is supposed to come to Lamu. Sometimes, I think people on the President’s side sometimes misinform him. We have never said that we do not want to have that factory. What we are saying is, come and tell us how much it will cost, what the rate of return on the investment will be, and how much fuel you are going to process, and nobody will make noise about it.

Unfortunately, I think Mr. Dangote has never dealt with Kenyans quite well, because he started talking us down. We know he is a dollar billionaire; we know what has happened in Nigeria, and what they have done; all of them! Very few Africans, you cannot trace their record. Our reality is that, yes, let us have the affordable housing, but they should be done in an accountable manner. Explain to us where the title deeds are; tell us what each house has cost, and ensure that the complementary facilities are available.

Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, the houses built in Kisii have been built in a place called Ogembo; a beautiful and great place. I have absolutely no problem with our Government doing houses in Ogembo. The only problem is; do these houses have the amenities that are going to maintain the families that are living in these houses? What do we do about schools? Do we have water? Of course, River Gucha is right there; has the water been processed and connected to these buildings and the houses? Sometimes, it is confusing even to the villagers. You find that the existing Kisii University is doing quite well, with about 32,000 students, however, they have no hostels! I would have been so happy if the Government of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) would have just made building the hostels for the University students in Kisii University as priority number one. Then, move over to the Gusii National Institute of Polytechnic, an institute with about 20,000 students, and build hostels for them also. These students can pay for the houses because there is capitation.

These are the issues we have been raising over and over again. Look at the questions asked by Hon. Chute about deductions by the NSSF. If you look at Tanzanian, their NSSF wants to build in Kenya one of the biggest and tallest buildings in Africa using deductions from the employees of the Tanzanian Government. Yet, if you look at the history of our NSSF, it is all about cases, stories, drama, corruption, scandals, billions of shillings being stolen, and land being manipulated in price for compensation to take place.

I think our country deserves better--- (Sen. Onyonka’s microphone went off)

accumulate debts which our children and our great-grandchildren will be unable to pay. Otherwise, I wish everybody happy holidays until the next part of the Session.

Thank you.

In the meeting that I was in, there was a lady who rose up to speak, and she appreciated and said, “I have two sons. Unfortunately, I am a widow. I do not think I have the ability to buy them any more land. When the father of these children died, he left us on a two- acre plot. I am glad that I should be able to work up to a point where they can purchase for themselves somewhere to stay in those affordable housing units, as we remain to till the land so that we feed ourselves, as a family.” So, people get these things, colleagues.

One of the things that we must do is what Sen. Chute is asking – that we have a breakdown of how these funds have so far been invested across the 47 counties?. That is important to ask because we all make contributions. I make contributions as well as all other Kenyans. It will not be fair to see a disproportionate allocation of those resources benefit certain regions better than others.

Of course, there are parts of this country where the need is higher than in other regions. For example, if you go to Kibra here--- I know we have been told that we have not eliminated a single slum. However, if you drive down Raila Odinga Highway, the road that leads down to Langata Road from town, you will appreciate that there are almost 10 to 15 blocks of high-rise buildings of these affordable housing programmes that are ongoing. They have also cleared close to 10 acres of slum houses and flying toilet to construct houses in that place to ensure that our people live in decent places.

So, I want to encourage my--- (Sen. Cheruiyot’s microphone went off)

MOTION

ADOPTION OF REPORTS OF THE COMMITTEE ON DELEGATED LEGISLATION ON TRAFFIC RULES AND NATIONAL TRANSPORT AND SAFETY AUTHORITY REGULATIONS

THAT, the Senate adopts the Reports of the Select Committee on Delegated Legislation on its consideration of the – i) The Traffic (School Transport) Rules, 2026 (Legal Notice No. 11 of 2026; ii) The Traffic (Motor Vehicle Inspection) Rules, 2026 (Legal Notice No. 13 of 2026); and iii) The National Transport and Safety Authority (Operation of Commercial Vehicles) Regulations, 2026 (Legal Notice No. 14 of 2026); laid on the Table of the Senate on Wednesday, 10th June, 2026; and that pursuant to Section 18 of the Statutory Instruments Act, the Senate resolves to annul the Traffic (School Transport) Rules, 2026 (Legal Notice No. 11 of 2026; the Traffic (Motor Vehicle Inspection) Rules, 2026 (Legal Notice No. 13 of 2026); and the National Transport and Safety Authority (Operation of Commercial Vehicles) Regulations, 2026 (Legal Notice No. 14 of 2026).

MOTION

ADOPTION OF REPORT ON CONFERMENT OF CITY STATUS TO THIKA MUNICIPALITY IN KIAMBU COUNTY

THAT, the Senate adopts the Report of the Standing Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations on the conferment of City status to Thika Municipality, laid on the Table of the Senate on Wednesday, 15th July, 2026 and, that pursuant to section 8 (6) of the Urban Areas and Cities Act, approves the conferment of City status to Thika Municipality.

MOTION

ADOPTION OF REPORT ON COOPERATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE NATIONAL GOVERNMENT AND NAIROBI CITY COUNTY GOVERNMENT

THAT, the Senate adopts the Report of the Standing Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations on the Cooperation Agreement between the National Government and the Nairobi City County Government laid on the Table of the Senate on Wednesday, 15th July, 2026.

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE THE PUBLIC FUNDRAISING APPEALS BILL (SENATE BILLS NO.36 OF 2024)

(Committee of the Whole deferred)

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE THE REFERENDUM BILL (SENATE BILLS NO.3 OF 2026)

(Committee of the Whole deferred)

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION (AMENDMENT) BILL (NATIONAL ASSEMBLY BILLS NO.66 OF 2023)

(Committee of the Whole deferred) We will now deal with Order No.14. Clerk, you may call out that Order.

BILL

Second Reading

THE PUBLIC PARTICIPATION BILL (NATIONAL ASSEMBLY BILL NO. 44 OF 2025)

(Sen. Cheruiyot on 7.10.2026)

Hon. Members, when the House rose yesterday, in the evening, Sen. Mariam Omar was on the Floor, and she had 12 minutes to conclude on her comments to the Bill. Unfortunately, she is not in. I will, therefore, pass that and allow Sen. Sifuna, who is on the queue, to give his comments on The Public Participation Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 44 of 2025).

realizes that they needed a seawall to keep out sea water from the project. This is why it is important to have people-led development in our country.

For a vast majority of those laws that have been struck down by our courts for being unconstitutional, the reason has come down to whether there was public participation or whether, in fact, there was effective public participation. When people ask for information that is held by government, there are certain things that the government has to do to enable people to effectively participate in this public participation. Article 35 that guarantees us access to information that is held by the state, is supposed to equip us to be able to effectively participate in these public participations. There is a famous case in which the court decided that this public participation must not just be cosmetic but real. One of the things that you need to be able to participate properly in this forum is information, most of which is held by the State.

The classic example, because it is in the public domain right now, is this discussion about the Aliko Dangote Refinery. Nobody is against development, but you have a commensurate responsibility, as a government, to equip the public with information that you hold for them to be clear on what is happening in their country, especially the information concerning such a large plant.

Information is supposed to be available for us to know what the project is about. In fact, the court tried to lay down what it called the components of public participation. One of them was clarity of the subject matter. In fact, when I was still a member of the Committee on Energy, we would go for public participation, for instance, on the proposed refinery development plan in Turkana. I remember it was a joint sitting of the Committee on Energy of the National Assembly and the Senate. When we went to Changamwe, most of the people who were giving their views thought we were talking about the revival of the Kenya Petroleum Refinery Limited in Changamwe. I remember hon. Gikaria, who was the Chair of Energy from the National Assembly, at every step he had to stop these people and tell them that we were discussing the Turkana refinery.

One of the components of public participation is clarity on the subject matter. What are you intending to do here? That is basic, because we play hide and seek with information with our people. Sometimes we are very dismissive. We just think this is a subject that they cannot understand, yet there is even traditional knowledge in some of these areas that can actually help that the project succeeds.

I am very happy to see that the Bill is coming to address some of the challenges that have been there; that we want to make public participation real. It has placed the responsibility on the proponents of either the law or the project to be the ones, first of all, to facilitate this public participation. It also means that it has to be conducted in a manner that ensures there is clarity on what the project is about; that there is access to information on that project, and that we avoid duplication when it comes to laws.

Senate Majority Leader, I do not know whether this was necessary, because there is already the practice of holding joint public participation sessions between the two Houses to avoid duplication. From experience with the Turkana Field Development Plan (TFDP), I know we held joint public participation with our counterpart committee in the National Assembly, but there was a notorious case during the term of this Parliament. I think it was a constitutional amendment. I fail to remember whether it was the National

Government-Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF), or something like that, where Members of the National Assembly ran around doing public participation on their own without reference to the Senate. That Bill was supposed to come back to the Senate at some point. The question was; were we to do our own public participation?

I am happy that there is clarity in this new Bill which provides that in order for us to avoid duplication, we need to do joint public participation involving committees of the two Houses. I do not know whether Members of the National Assembly will be as happy as the Senate on this particular amendment. They have reasons why sometimes they want to lock out the Senate from some of these sessions, especially on a matter that affects the National Assembly directly, and not that it does not affect us at all.

Since we continue to share experiences, one of the problems we have had in this Senate is resourcing of the Senate. Many members of the public do not know that this House struggles with resources. I will give you two good examples. The first is that one of the best programmes of the Senate is what we call Senate Mashinani, because it allows the Senate to go and interact directly with the public. Regarding the one we had in Kilifi, in my own view, I felt that we were locked away from the public because there were too many roadblocks. For the first time, I saw Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs) officers outside the Assembly when we were sitting there. I did not see that in Turkana. While getting out of Turkana County Assembly, you would meet people there. It was the same thing in Busia; people were free to interact with us. I counted more than four roadblocks before accessing the county assembly. I asked somebody, and they said that the Senate has too many presidential candidates and, therefore, we need to be protected, which is fine. However, that is a good programme. Last year but one, it had to be postponed because the Senate did not have money.

Secondly, Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, prior to the fires that happened in schools such as Utumishi Girls Academy and others, we had proposed, as a Senate to have a select committee that would audit the infrastructure in all our schools. I do not know whether you remember that.

One of the reasons given why that committee could not be set up was that we in the Senate did not have money to go around the country to do an audit of the capacity and infrastructure in our schools. Maybe because the National Assembly somehow never lacks money, the fact that we have joint public participation is going to save the Senate some embarrassment, and ensure that at least our views, as a House, are infused in public participation forums that will be held going forward.

There was another good programme that fell on the sword of this thing called public participation. It was a decision of this House on the proposed cooperation deal between Nairobi City County Government and the national Government. The people of Nairobi need these things, but they have to be done in accordance with the law.

If you can remember, Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, it was our Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations that put a halt or recommended that that agreement be suspended until the law is complied with. One of the biggest problems is that there was no public participation when it came to that particular deal. In fact, there was no involvement of the county assembly. I confessed, as the Senator for Nairobi, that I was not even aware of that deal until I saw my Governor and the President signing it. I do

not think it was the President; I think it was Hon. Musalia Mudavadi, the Prime Cabinet Secretary, who signed that deal.

These things are important. We are saying that we need cooperation between the two levels of government. Provisions of Section 6 of the Urban Areas and Cities Act require the national Government to supplement the budget of Nairobi City County because of the unique nature of the capital; but please, let us do things in accordance with the law.

I am happy because it will reduce all this back and forth. When we have a proper public participation law, when we have people who follow the right procedures, and when we have removal or avoidance of duplication between the two Houses and all these other provisions, we will make progress in terms of reducing even the number of laws that we pass that are struck down by the courts due to lack of public participation.

With those remarks, Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I support.

waelemishwe pesa imetoka wapi, kama imekuja kutoka ngámbo, na itasaidia wananchi namna gani.

Nikiwa Seneta wa Embu, tumeona watu wamepigana na kuuana. Lakini, kama kutakua na njia inayofaa, utapata wakielemishwa, kutakua na security team na watajua kama mradi ni wa mtu binafsi au ni wa serikali. Tulienda mpaka Budalangi na kuona mradi umewekwa wa Blue Economy, na unataka milioni mia moja, na kuna mashine zimewekwa pale na hakuna kazi inafanywa. Uvuvi wa samaki umefifia, na national Government na county government wanaendelea kupigana, na pesa nyingi za serikali zimepotea.

Bw. Spika wa Muda, kama Seneta wa Embu, naomba tutengeneze sheria inayofaa na ile itakayosaidia wananchi ili kuonyesha vile serikali za kaunti zinafanya kazi, na pia national Government. Serikali ya William Ruto imetuonyesha mambo mengi. Miradi imekuja, kama ya Affordable Housing, lakini watu wengi wanapinga. Kwa mambo ya nyumba, hatujajua vile title deeds zinapatikana, na ndio maana naunga mkono sheria itengenezwe ili pesa zetu zisipotee.

Hon. Temporary Speaker, Sir, having said that, I want to point out that in most cases, members of the public are notified only a day before. They are not given room to study the document. They are not notified of what is going to happen. Sometimes, it is just a call made to a few individuals known to us, as politicians, perhaps because they support a project that we want to implement. The process is not opened to the rest of the public to criticise it, either positively or negatively. As a result, we end up doing things that are not embraced by the community. If this Bill is adhered to, a number of the issues affecting development in this country will be cured.

Indeed, there have been a number of challenges and I can attest to that. Sometimes, when you call officials from various ministries, especially when serving in the Committee on Delegated Legislation, while checking issues relating to regulations and policies and you ask questions about public participation, they even go to the extent of giving you lists of participants. However, when you try reaching out to some of those individuals, you find that they are not even aware of the existence of that Bill, regulation or policy. This means that most of the time, we go through shortcuts, and that is why we end up doing things the wrong way.

I know this Bill is going to cure a number of these challenges. Although, in this country, we have many laws in place, we do not adhere to them. If the relevant authorities are going to implement to the letter what this House and the National Assembly is proposing, we will have a smooth running of our Government, and developments that will spur our country forward.

There are a number of issues that have been raised on the Bill, but I support it because at the end of the day, it will clear a number of issues that have been lingering in the minds of Kenyans.

I support.

MOTION

CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE AGRICULTURAL AND LIVESTOCK EXTENSION SERVICES BILL (SENATE BILLS NO.12 OF 2022)

THAT, the National Assembly amendments to the Agricultural and Livestock Extension Services Bill (Senate Bills No.12 of 2022) be now considered.

MOTION

CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE BUSINESS LAWS (AMENDMENT) BILL (SENATE BILLS NO.51 OF 2024)

THAT, the National Assembly amendments to the Business Laws (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 51 of 2024) be now considered.

MOTION

ADOPTION OF PETITION REPORT ON RE-INTRODUCTION OF ELECTIONS (AMENDMENT) (NO.3) BILL SENATE BILLS NO.48 OF 2021

THAT, the Senate adopts the Report of the Standing Committee on Justice, Legal Affairs and Human Rights (JLAHR) on a Petition by Mr. Mohamed U. Alasow concerning the re-introduction of the Elections (Amendment) (No. 3) Bill (Senate Bills No. 48 of 2021), laid on the Table of the Senate on Tuesday, 8th September, 2026.

MOTION

ADOPTION OF REPORT ON PETITION ON EVICTION OF KOROGOCHO COMMUNITY LIVING ALONG NAIROBI RIVER CORRIDOR

THAT, the Senate adopts the Report of the Standing Committee on Land, Environment and Natural Resources on a Petition by Mr. Hezekiah Kuria Karanja and others concerning the eviction of Korogocho community living along the Nairobi River Corridor after its declaration as a Special Planning Area, laid on the Table of the Senate on Wednesday, 16th September, 2026.

MOTION

ADOPTION OF REPORT ON NON-COMPENSATION AND DELAYED ISSUANCE OF TITLE DEEDS TO RESIDENTS OF JAMII BORA ESTATE IN KAJIADO COUNTY

THAT, the Senate adopts the Report of the Standing Committee on Roads, Transportation and Housing on a Petition to the Senate by Mr. Calvin Luther Munayi and other residents of Jamii Bora Estate regarding the delayed issuance of title deeds to residents of Jamii Bora Estate in Kisaju, Kajiado County, laid on the Table of the Senate on Wednesday, 23rd September, 2026.

HOJA KUMBUKUMBU YA KUDUMU YA AJALI YA FERI YA LIKONI, 1994

IKIBAINISHA KWAMBA, mnamo tarehe 29 Aprili 1994, janga la ajali ya feri ya Likoni lilisababisha vifo na majeraha kwa wananchi wasio na hatia, wengi wao wakiwa wakaazi wa Likoni na Kaunti ya Mombasa, na hivyo kuleta majonzi makubwa kitaifa pamoja na madhara ya muda mrefu ya kimwili, kisaikolojia, kijamii na kiuchumi kwa familia zilizopoteza wapendwa wao na manusura;

IKIWA NA WASIWASI KWAMBA, licha ya hakikisho na ahadi zilizotolewa na mamlaka mbalimbali kufuatia janga hilo, bado kuna mashaka na maswali kuhusu iwapo fidia ilitolewa kikamilifu na kwa haki kwa familia zote zilizoathirika;

IKIKIRI KWAMBA, kuanzishwa kwa kumbukumbu ya kitaifa ni hatua muhimu ya kuheshimu na kuenzi waliopoteza maisha, na pia ni chombo cha kuendeleza uponyaji wa pamoja wa kijamii na kuimarisha uwajibikaji wa Taifa kwa raia wake;

SASA BASI, Seneti inaamua kwamba –

1. i. Kamati ya Kudumu ya Seneti ya Barabara, Uchukuzi na Makazi ifanye uchunguzi wa kina ili kubaini idadi ya familia zilizoathirika, fidia iliyolipwa hadi sasa, madai yoyote ambayo hayajalipwa, pamoja na kubainisha familia zipi bado hazijapata fidia na sababu za kutolipwa kwa fidia hiyo; na, ii. Serikali ya Kaunti ya Mombasa kwa ushirikiano na Wizara ya Barabara na Uchukuzi, ianzishe kumbukumbu ya kudumu kwa heshima ya wahanga wa ajali ya feri ya Likoni, 1994 kwa mashauriano na familia zilizoathirika. (Hoja iliahirishwa)

MOTION

IMPLEMENTATION OF SECTION 39(K) OF THE BASIC EDUCATION ACT ON PROVISION OF SANITARY TOWELS

THAT AWARE THAT, Section 39(k) of the Basic Education Act requires the Cabinet Secretary responsible for education to provide free, sufficient and quality sanitary towels to every girl child registered and enrolled in a public basic education institution who has reached puberty, together with a safe and environmentally sound mechanism for their disposal and that Section 88(2)(g) of the Act provides for conditional capitation funds to facilitate the acquisition of sufficient and quality sanitary towels for eligible girls in public basic education institutions;

RECOGNIZING THAT, the National Government has continued to commit public resources towards the provision of sanitary towels to school-going girls, demonstrating its commitment to menstrual dignity, school attendance and equal access to education;

NOTING THAT, currently the administration of the sanitary towels programme is undertaken through the State Department responsible for Gender and Affirmative Action and the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF);

CONCERNED THAT, the current administration of sanitary towels through the State Department of Gender and the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF) and limited funding contravenes the provision of Sections 39(k) and 88(2) (g) of the Basic Education Act;

FURTHER CONCERNED THAT, sanitary towels procured using public funds are distributed or presented by elected leaders in public functions or other individualized distribution channels making the entitlement guaranteed to school- going girls by law be perceived as personal donations or favour from the leaders;

NOW THEREFORE, THE SENATE RESOLVES THAT, the Ministry of Education-

1. 1. fully complies with the provisions of Section 39(k) of the Basic Education Act, by aligning the administration, financing and delivery of the sanitary towels to verified numbers of eligible girls and sufficient provision throughout the school calendar;
2. 2. puts in place safeguards to protect the programme from political exploitation, including prohibiting the personal branding or presentation of sanitary towels procured using public funds as donations or favours from individual public or elected officials;
3. 3. pursuant to the provisions of Section 88(2)(g) provides adequate and predictable funding and establishes a robust accountability mechanism to track allocations, procurement, delivery and coverage at school level; and
4. 4. should submit an annual report to Parliament on the compliance to the provisions of Sections 39(k) and 88(2)(g) of the basic Education Act.

Clerk, kindly call Order No.22.

MOTION

ADJOURNMENT OF THE SENATE PURSUANT TO THE APPROVED CALENDAR

You may rise.

ADJOURNMENT

Hon. Senators, there being no other business on the Order Paper, the Senate stands adjourned until Tuesday, 3rd November, 2026, at 2.30 p.m.

The Senate rose at 6.10 p.m.