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"content": " Give him the microphone. Proceed, Hon. Tungule."
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"content": " Thank you, Hon. Temporary Speaker, for this opportunity. I rise to second the National Disaster Risk Management Bill (National Assembly Bill No.24 of 2023). Pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 127, the Bill, which was sponsored by the Leader of the Majority Party, Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah, and moved by the Chairman of the Regional Development Committee, Hon. Lochakapong, was read a First Time on Wednesday, 9th August 2023, and committed to the Committee on Regional Development for consideration and reporting to the House. As the Mover pointed out, the Fourth Schedule to the Constitution, Articles 58(1)(a), 69, and 241(3)(b) among others explicitly recognise the significance of disaster risk management and require the Government to ensure sustainable management and conservation of the environment including disaster risk reduction."
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"content": "Kenya faces a wide range of natural and human-induced hazards such as the vulnerability to climate change where Kenya is highly vulnerable to the impact of climate change including erratic rainfall patterns, increased frequency and intensity of droughts and floods and rising temperatures. This phenomenon exacerbates food insecurity, water scarcity, and the spread of vector-borne diseases amplifying disaster risks across the country. Kenya also faces limited resources and capacity gaps in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. Insufficient funding, inadequate infrastructure and a shortage of skilled personnel hinder the Government’s ability to address disaster risks comprehensively. Urbanisation and informal settlements are areas where we need intervention. Rapid urbanisation and proliferation of informal settlements in cities like Nairobi exacerbate vulnerability to disasters. Poorly planned urban areas lack adequate infrastructure services and land use regulations increasing the population’s exposure to hazards such as floods, fires and landslides. Despite efforts to strengthen the institutional framework for disaster risk management, challenges persist in governance and coordination among relevant stakeholders. Fragmentation, overlapping mandates, and weak coordination mechanisms hinder effective The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor"
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"content": "collaboration and information sharing, thus undermining the efficiency and efficacy of disaster risk management efforts. Hon. Temporary Speaker, these hazards in turn lead to disasters that cause death, injury, damage to property and environmental degradation as well as significant disruption of life in the community. Kenya’s development gains have been under threat from an increasing number of disasters. Historically, disaster management in Kenya was not viewed as an integral part of development planning. When disasters occurred, they would be responded to in an ad hoc manner. It was only after the El Nino rains of 1997, and the 1998 bombing of the United States of America (USA) Embassy that the idea of creating a national disaster operations centre was conceived to coordinate, mobilise resources and respond to emergencies and disasters. In 2013, the National Disaster Management Unit was established through a presidential directive as an effective and competent disaster management unit with an established command structure, budget and standard operating procedures based on best practices. This Bill is a step in the right direction for the country on matters relating to disaster risk management. It seeks to provide a legal and institutional framework for the coordination of disaster and risk management activities at both national and county government levels. It encompasses a range of activities aimed at minimising the impact of disaster in communities and safeguarding of their livelihoods. It involves identification, assessment and reduction of risks as well as preparedness, response and recovery measures. It also adopts a multi- disciplinary approach, incorporating elements of science, engineering, governance and social dynamics to comprehensively address complex risk scenarios. Clauses 3 and 4 of the Bill incorporates several key principles and objects underpinning effective disaster risk management as follows – 1. Risk identification and assessment, which involves conducting risk assessment, mapping potential threats and evaluating the exposure and vulnerability of communities, infrastructure and ecosystems; 2. Prevention and mitigation, which includes land use planning, building codes, infrastructure improvement, ecosystem restoration and public awareness campaigns to promote safer practices; 3. Preparedness, which involves developing plans, protocols and capacities to respond swiftly and effectively when disasters strike as well as establishing early warning systems, training emergency responders, stockpiling supplies, and conducting drills and simulations to test response mechanisms; 4. Response, where efforts focus on providing immediate assistance to affected populations, including search and rescue operations, medical care, shelter and human aid, coordination among government agencies, NGOs and international organisations inclusion for effective and equitable response efforts; and, 5. Recovery and rehabilitation, which aim at restoring affected communities to a state of normalcy and resilience may involve re-building infrastructure, restoring livelihoods, providing psychological support and integrating lessons learnt to enhance future resilience. Hon. Temporary Speaker, Standing Order 127(3) provides that the Departmental Committee to which a Bill is committed shall facilitate public participation on the Bill through an appropriate mechanism, including inviting submission of memoranda, holding public hearings, and consulting relevant stakeholders in a sector."
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"content": "(Several Members spoke off the record)"
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"content": "Hon. Members, allow me to finish. I am concluding right now. The importance of the Bill cannot be overstated, particularly in an era of increasing climate change impact, The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor"
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"content": "urbanisation and globalisation. Effective disaster risk management not only saves lives and reduces suffering but also protects livelihoods. By investing in proactive risk reduction measures, communities can minimise the costs and disruptions associated with disasters and build a more resilient and sustainable future for all. With those few remarks, I beg to second."
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"content": "NOMINATION OF PERSONS FOR APPOINTMENT TO DIPLOMATIC STATIONS"
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