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    "id": 777479,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Hon. Ali Wario",
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    "content": "dated 15th February, 2018 confirmed having no outstanding issues or ongoing investigations against the nominee. The Registrar of Political Parties vide a letter dated 15th February, 2018 confirmed that the nominee was not an official of any registered political party. The nominee had a clearance certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation that was issued on 8th September 2017 and had applied for a replacement on 14th February 2018. Pursuant to Section 6(9) of the said Act, the Committee invited submissions from members of the public on the suitability or otherwise of the nominee for appointment to the position of PS. No memoranda were received in respect of the nominee. Ms. Safina Kwekwe Tsungu appeared before the Committee on Wednesday 21st February, 2018. The Committee noted that the nominee is qualified for the position of PS given her educational achievements, experience and exposure. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce Degree from the University of Nairobi (UoN), and a Master’s Degree in International Trade Policy and Trade Law from Lund University, in collaboration with the Eastern and Southern African Management Institute (ESAMI). She also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in International Trade Policy and Law. She has also undertaken some courses whilst serving at Action Aid International (Kenya) as well as training in women leadership from the African Women’s Leadership Institute (AWLI). She possesses a vast experience and exposure in international trade policies, legislative frameworks, regional integration, development programming, design and implementation of action plans whilst representing Kenya as a lawmaker at the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA). Her career spans over a period of 20 years, including eight years of hands-on experience with leading international development organisations in key areas such as women rights, good governance, secure livelihoods, inclusive economic growth and equal opportunities, amongst others. She served as a Member of EALA based in Arusha, Tanzania from 5th June 2007 to 4th June, 2012, where her duties included formulation of legislation, giving advice on policy formulation and implementation, especially on matters relating to trade, agriculture, tourism and natural resources, and gender affairs, among other duties as highlighted in the Report. Hon. Temporary Deputy Speaker, the Committee noted that the nominee exhibited impressive knowledge of topical, administrative and technical issues touching on the Department of Gender, and has the requisite abilities, qualifications and experience. Therefore, the Committee found the nominee suitable for appointment as the PS in the Department of Gender in the Ministry of Public Service, Youth and Gender. Pursuant to Article 155(3) of the Constitution and Standing Order 216(5)(f), the Committee recommends that this House approves the nomination of Ms. Safina Kwekwe Tsungu for appointment by His Excellency the President as PS in the Department of Gender within the Ministry of Public Service, Youth and Gender"
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