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"content": "Mr. 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 regarding foreign nationals working in Kenya’s informal business sector. There is an increase in the number of foreign nationals working in Kenya informally. These individuals are engaged in activities such as barbering, salon work, hawking and other small-scale enterprises, raising concern about their legal status and the impact on employment opportunities for the locals. In the Statement, the Committee should- (1) Explain the sudden proliferation of foreign nationals engaging in informal business activities in Kenya, and whether this aligns with existing labour and immigration policies. (2) Provide official data on the number of foreign nationals working in the informal sector, specifying whether they have valid work permits and if proper immigration procedures were followed before they started their businesses. (3) Establish whether all these individuals are legally residing in Kenya and outline the Government's measures to address cases of illegal stay and undocumented workers in the informal business sector. (4) Explain any steps the Government is taking to regulate and monitor this category of foreign workers to ensure they comply with the licensing, taxation, and labor 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": "laws and clarify any measures in place to protect job opportunities for Kenyan citizens in the informal business sector. I thank you."
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"content": "Mr. Speaker, Sir, my final Statement is on the construction on Korongo Road in Karen, Nairobi County. I rise pursuant to Standing Order No. 53(1) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Roads, Transportation, and Housing regarding the construction of Korongo Road in Karen. Korongo Road, which spans about 1.1 kilometre remains incomplete despite ongoing construction efforts. Although stones have been laid, the road, which falls under the jurisdiction of the Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA), remains unfinished, raising concern among residents on accessibility and infrastructure development in the area. In the Statement, the Committee should- (1) State the commencement date for the construction works on Korongo Road in Karen and provide an update on its completion status, including challenges encountered, reason for the delays, and whether the construction is classified as an emergency repair project under the Framework Contract for Emergency Roads Repair Management. (2) Outline plans by the State Department of Roads for upgrading the road to bitumen standards, specifying whether the project has been advertised for repair, if a tender has been awarded, and provide details of the contractor undertaking the works. (3) Provide the total cost of the project, including a breakdown of projected expenses and sources of funding allocated for its completion. (4) State the completion timeline for the project, ensuring transparency in project scheduling and accountability for any delays. I thank you."
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"content": "Mr. Speaker, Sir, I have three Statements. The first statement is on the revitalization of the Port of Kisumu. I rise pursuant to Standing Order No. 53(1) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on Roads, Transportation and Housing regarding the current state, operational challenges, and future plans for the revitalization of the port of Kisumu. Despite efforts to revamp the Port of Kisumu, the facility continues to operate at a fraction of its capacity, significantly limiting its contribution to regional trade and economic growth. The deterioration of the rail connection from Mombasa to Kisumu has led to a steep decline in transit cargo volumes over the past decades. While the port still handles some local and specific transit cargo, overall volumes have dwindled due to a lack of critical mass, inefficient transport infrastructure, and 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": "unreliable connectivity. Additionally, Lake Victoria Ports have roll-on-roll-off ramps, and all break-bulk cargo is handled manually, further slowing operation. Mr. Speaker, Sir, in the Statement, the Committee should- (1) Provide an update on the Port of Kisumu's current operational capacity, including the annual cargo through-put, transit cargo volumes, and the utilization of available infrastructure. (2) Explain the measures being taken to restore and modernize the rail connection between Mombasa and Kisumu to enhance cargo transportation and revive trade efficiency; and clarify whether there are plans to invest in alternative transport systems, including road, rail, and lake transport connectivity, to make Kisumu a competitive logistic hub. (3) Outline the Government's strategic plan to upgrade the Port's infrastructure, including cargo handling facilities, automation, and integration of modern logistic relations. (4) State the Government's long-term vision for leveraging Kisumu Port as a major trade gateway for the East African Community and the African continental freighted area after markets. (5) Explain the steps being taken at both the national and county government levels to attract private sector investment and regional partnerships to support port operations and improve efficiency."
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"content": "Mr. Speaker, Sir, my second statement is on the transfer of core county functions by the County Government of Kisumu to the city of Kisumu. I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations regarding the transfer of core county functions by the County Government of Kisumu to the City of Kisumu as published by the County Government in the Standard Newspaper of 20th January 2025. Mr. Speaker, Sir, the transfer of specified functions raises grave constitutional and governance concerns, since there is no legal provision that allows a county government to transfer its functions to a municipality or city. The law only provides for delegation of such functions. The transfer of the functions also negatively impacts service delivery to other areas of Kisumu County outside Kisumu City and potentially marginalizes these areas in the development agenda. Mr. Speaker, Sir, in the Statement, the Committee should address the following- (1) The legal basis for the transfer of core county functions by The County Government of Kisumu to the City of Kisumu as published by the county government in the Standard Newspaper of 20th January 2025. (2) Rationalize the transfer of functions also stating whether public participation was conducted in accordance with Articles 10 and 174 of the Constitution. (3) The implications of the transfer of functions including its effects on- 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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