Anthony Kimani Ichung'wah

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Yes, Hon. Speaker. Allow me to welcome all the students who are here, with special recognition to those from Starehe and Alliance. I wish to tell Hon. Tandaza that I am his fellow student. I was behind him by a few years. I 12th August...

Hon. Kimani Ichungw’ah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Speaker, I beg to give notice of the following Motion: THAT, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 30 (3) (b) on Hours of Meeting, this House resolves to hold a morning sitting on Thursday, 14th August 2025, commencing at 10:00 a.m.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Thank you, Hon. Temporary Speaker. I rise to second this Motion for approval of the Mediated Version of the Gambling Control Bill, (National Assembly Bill No. 70 of 2023) . I will not delve into all the specific clauses since the Mover of the Bill,...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) When you were on your feet yesterday, Hon. Irene Kasalu walked out of the Chamber. Again today, when you were on your feet, she was walking out of the Chamber.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) At least, she froze today when we raised the issue. I advise her that when the Speaker is on her feet, please, remain in your position or freeze at the point where you are.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) It is also okay to freeze when the Leader of the Majority Party is on his feet. (Laughter)

Hon. Kimani Ichung'wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Most obliged.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, I had asked my deputy to help me move it. I allow him to move.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, I rise to support the Motion on consideration of the Public Investments Committee on Commercial Affairs and Energy's report. I first commend the Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Pkosing, and the Members of the Committee for the diligence they have put in...

Hon. Kimani Ichung'wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Yes, Hon. Speaker, I am aware the Chairman and the Vice-Chairman are engaged in another meeting with the Ministry, both Hon. Gikaria and Hon. Aramat. I will get that information to them.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Speaker, allow me to make a small contribution on this matter. I thank the Whip of the Minority Party for informing her neighbour and classmate, Hon. Caroli Omondi. First, we are not voting on the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) Report. We voted on it...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Thank you, Hon. Temporary Speaker. I rise to second this Motion for approval of the Mediated Version of the Gambling Control Bill, (National Assembly Bill No. 70 of 2023) . I will not delve into all the specific clauses since the Mover of the Bill,...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) When you were on your feet yesterday, Hon. Irene Kasalu walked out of the Chamber. Again today, when you were on your feet, she was walking out of the Chamber.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) At least, she froze today when we raised the issue. I advise her that when the Speaker is on her feet, please, remain in your position or freeze at the point where you are.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) It is also okay to freeze when the Leader of the Majority Party is on his feet. (Laughter)

Hon. Kimani Ichung'wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Most obliged.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, I had asked my deputy to help me move it. I allow him to move.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, I rise to support the Motion on consideration of the Public Investments Committee on Commercial Affairs and Energy's report. I first commend the Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Pkosing, and the Members of the Committee for the diligence they have put in...

Hon. Kimani Ichung'wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Yes, Hon. Speaker, I am aware the Chairman and the Vice-Chairman are engaged in another meeting with the Ministry, both Hon. Gikaria and Hon. Aramat. I will get that information to them.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Speaker, allow me to make a small contribution on this matter. I thank the Whip of the Minority Party for informing her neighbour and classmate, Hon. Caroli Omondi. First, we are not voting on the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) Report. We voted on it...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, I beg to move that the County Public Finance Laws (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bill No. 39 of 2023) be now read a Third Time. I also request the Member for Murang’a County, Hon. Betty Njeri Maina, to second.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Chairlady, I beg to move that new clause 3A be now read a Second Time. The purpose of this clause is to amend the Kenya Roads Board Act to align it with the Bill's objective of reducing the term of office for the...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Chairlady, I beg to move that the Committee reports to the House its consideration of the Kenya Roads (Amendment) (No.2) Bill (National Assembly Bill No.16 of 2025) and its approval thereof with amendments. (Question proposed) (Question put and agreed to) THE COUNTY PUBLIC...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, I beg to move that the House do agree with the Report of the Committee of the whole House on its consideration of the Kenya Roads (Amendment) (No.2) Bill (National Assembly Bill No.16 of 2025) . I request Hon. Keynan to second...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Keynan.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, I beg to move that the Kenya Roads (Amendment) (No.2) Bill (National Assembly Bill No.16 of 2025) be now read a Third Time. Hon. Temporary Speaker, I would like to request that you indulge me in saying something in relation to what...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Thank you, Hon. Temporary Speaker. I had to consult with the Chairperson, Departmental Committee on Environment, Forestry and Mining, because of the business ahead. I beg to move that the House do agree with the Committee with the said Report and request Hon. Toto Linet...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) I will do that, Hon. Temporary Speaker. He will respond in about 10 days’ time.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Thank you, Hon. Speaker. Pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44 (2) (a) , I rise to give the following Statement on behalf of the House Business Committee, which met on Tuesday, 22nd July 2025, to prioritise business for consideration during the week. Allow...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) The Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning and his Education counterpart are scheduled to appear next, after the Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) I will do that, Hon. Temporary Speaker. He will respond in about 10 days’ time.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) The Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning and his Education counterpart are scheduled to appear next, after the Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration.

Hon. Kimani Ichung'wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Thank you, Hon. Speaker. That guidance is most helpful. It will help Members. From a broader perspective, I have listened carefully to the Cabinet Secretary. While I appreciate his focus on contractors. I believe the problem is not solely with the contractors - but also...

Hon. Kimani Ichung'wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Thank you, Hon. Speaker. That guidance is most helpful. It will help Members. From a broader perspective, I have listened carefully to the Cabinet Secretary. While I appreciate his focus on contractors. I believe the problem is not solely with the contractors - but also...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Thank you, Hon. Speaker. Allow me to welcome Members back from the short working recess that they had. I hope that they are now better energised to carry on with the next four weeks that the House will be sitting. We have a lot of...