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"content": "Mr. Speaker, Sir, Posta was once a vital communication logistics hub in Kenya. However, in today's paced digital economy where emails, Short Message Services (SMSs) and private courier services have replaced traditional mail, serious concerns arise as to whether continued Government investment in Posta is a prudent use of public resources. The Corporation has faced several financial distresses with a debt burden of Kshs9 billion and consistent dependence on Government bailouts. While there have been recent reports of modest profitability, these gains remain marginal compared to the institution's financial obligations and operational inefficiencies. In the Statement, the Committee should- (1) Provide an update on Posta's financial position, including its current liabilities, revenue streams and profitability prospects in the light of the Kshs9 billion debt burden, outlining any Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) or alternative funding mechanisms being explored to make Posta self-sustaining and reduce its reliance on taxpayers' money. (2) Assess whether continued funding of Posta is a prudent economic decision given the evolving technological landscape and emerging market alternatives, and clarify the Government's strategic plan for Posta’s future, particularly, in the context of digital transformation and competition from private logistics providers such as DHL, Wells Fargo and G4S."
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"content": "The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate."
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"content": "(3) Explain the status of Posta’s modernization efforts, including its potential role in e-commerce, logistics and digital Government services and state whether their plans to restructure, privatize or phase out, considering its declining relevance and continued dependence on public funds. Mr. Speaker, Sir, the third Statement is on the security of funds of members of Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (SACCOs). Mr. Speaker, this Statement has been read this afternoon by Mr. John Methu. I will not read it again."
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"content": "INEFFICIENCIES AND FLIGHT DELAYS BY KENYA AIRWAYS"
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"content": "Mr. Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1) to request a Statement from the Standing Committee on Roads, Transportation and Housing regarding the operational inefficiency, reliability and governance of Kenya Airways (KQ), with a particular focus on the recurrent and excessive delays affecting the scheduled flights. The KQ, christened the Pride of Africa, as it then was and being our national flag carrier, bears a profound responsibility to uphold service excellence, operational integrity and efficiency. However, the incessant delays and cancellation of scheduled flights, both domestic and international, have disrupted travel plans, undermined confidence in the airline and raised serious concerns regarding its capacity and management. It is imperative that thorough scrutiny is conducted to establish the root causes and provide a sustainable framework for corrective action. In this regard, the Committee should- (1) Provide a detailed breakdown of the number of aircraft owned and leased by KQ, their deployment for domestic and international routes and the extent to which the available fleet meets the demands of air travel. (2) Disclose the airline's ownership status, including principal shareholders, asset ownership, the terms and duration and financial implications of leasing arrangements for aircraft and related operational equipment. (3) Provide a comprehensive analysis of the primary causes of delays in scheduled domestic and international flights, with a focus on recent disruptions, while examining KQ's existing partnerships, code-sharing agreements and interdependencies with other carriers, assessing whether these agreements, contribute to service disruptions and outline the immediate and long-term strategies in place to rectify these issues. (4) Clarify whether KQ has an adequate number of pilots, engineers and essential personnel to efficiently execute its flight schedules and outline any ongoing or planned measures to bridge any human resource gaps. (5) Outline the airline's protocols on passenger communication, compensation and service recovery when flights are delayed or cancelled and evaluate whether these measures align with international best practices."
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"content": "The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate."
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"content": "(6) Confirm KQ's compliance with the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority, (KCA) regulations and any penalties or corrective directives issued due to operational shortcomings."
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"content": "ADEQUACY OF ADMINISTRATIVE UNITS IN KISUMU COUNTY"
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