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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Hon. Wakhungu",
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        "legal_name": "Chrisantus Wamalwa Wakhungu",
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    "content": "Yes, we can leave out the issue so that he continues with the good work he has been doing. This Bill has been very controversial. I am happy we are debating it when the temperatures have gone down. There were so many interests. This was about six months ago. I also want to thank the KDF because they organised sessions with our Committee and Chair till Members were made to understand the issues. I also thank the CS, Ms. Omamo. She was very committed. She also showed her drafting skills which we appreciate. She is a hands-on CS when it comes to matters of drafting and legislation. When you look at this Bill, particularly Clause 10(gb), it says: “Shall develop the criteria for recruitment, promotion and transfer of members of the Defence Forces.” This is very important for purposes of accountability and openness. However, as we say this, in KDF, we also have regulations which are discriminatory against women and people with disabilities as far as promotions are concerned. As we speak right now, we have a Petition by Hon. Rose Mitaru, the Embu County Women Representative, because when it comes to promotions and opportunities for training, the regulations are against women. This violates the Constitution which says that every Kenyan must have an equal opportunity and freedom from discrimination. An example is the issue of promotions for the female counterparts. As a serious Committee, we are really looking into it under our able chairman. I am sure we will 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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