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    "id": 1415722,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1415722/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Kilifi North, UDA",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Owen Baya",
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    "content": " Thank you, Hon. Speaker. In my capacity as the Member for Kilifi North, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I rise to request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Education regarding withholding of academic certificates by principals in both public primary and secondary schools in the country. Most primary and secondary schools have withheld release examination certificates because of students’ failure to pay school fees and other dues, thus transforming the legal character of the certificates from documentary evidence of an individual’s academic performance to a debt instrument. Article 53(1)(b) of the Constitution entitles every child to the right to free and compulsory basic education while Article 55(a) of the Constitution obligates the State to take measures, including affirmative action programmes, to ensure access to relevant education and training by the youth. To this end, the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) was established to conduct examinations and award certificates to learners upon completion of every level, particularly primary and secondary education. Additionally, Section 10(1)(b) of the Kenya National Examinations Council Act, 2012 prohibits any institutions or persons from withholding KNEC certificates or diplomas from any candidates. Further, the Ministry of Education issued directives and guidelines requiring schools to promptly release academic certificates to students irrespective of any fees arrears. 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"
}