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"content": "Hon. Christopher Aseka."
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"content": "SCRAPPING APPLICATION FEES FOR IDENTITY CARDS ISSUANCE FOR FIRST-TIME APPLICANTS"
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"content": " Hon. Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I rise to request a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Administration and National Security regarding scrapping the application fees for issuance of identity cards. Every Kenyan is entitled to the issuance of a national identification card upon attainment of maturity at the age of 18. Possession of the ID card is especially critical in facilitating the Kenyan youth's access to basic services such as university and college funding, employment opportunities, recruitment to the disciplined forces, and enrolment for financial services such as M-Pesa and banking. Sadly, the Government’s requirement for payment of a mandatory application fee of Ksh300 is hindering many teenage first-time applicants from acquiring national identity cards. Clearly, at the age of 18 years, teenagers applying for identification cards do not have an income of their own to pay fees and meet other related costs, such as convenience fees charged by Huduma Centres. Additionally, teenagers who do not have parents or guardians to pay the application fees for them fail to apply for identification cards due to the cost implication. As a result, most young people are not only delayed from timely access to opportunities requiring identity cards but also the enjoyment of their inherent identity as citizens of Kenya. It is against this background that I request a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Administration and National Security on the following: 1. A report on the justification for the introduction of application fees of three hundred Kenya shillings for issuance of national identification cards to first- time teenage applicants who do not have an income; and 2. The immediate actions being taken to scrap the fees chargeable for first-time teenage applications to eliminate the prohibitive financial obligation hindering many eligible teens from obtaining the critical identification document. Thank you, Hon. Speaker."
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"content": "Thank you. Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Affairs. Hon. Tongoyo. Who is a member of the Committee? The Leader of the Majority Party, tell the Chairman of the Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Affairs to bring a response in two weeks. Next is Hon. Lelmengit Josses, Member for Emgwen."
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"content": "RECRUITMENT PROCESS BY THE TEACHERS SERVICE COMMISSION"
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"content": " Thank you, Hon. Speaker. Pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I wish to request a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Education regarding the recruitment process by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). Article 232 of the Constitution provides the values and principles governing public service, which include accountability for administrative acts, transparency, diversity, and merit-based recruitment. Further, Sections 4 and 18 of the TSC Act (Cap. 212) require the TSC to be guided by constitutional principles and that staff appointments adhere to prescribed ratios, 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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"content": "including ensuring gender balance, inclusion of persons with disabilities, and regional and ethnic diversity. Despite these express legal provisions designed to ensure transparency and fairness in recruitment processes, concerns have emerged regarding potential irregularities in recruitment by TSC. These concerns raise questions regarding adherence to the set guidelines. It is against this background that I request a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Education on the following: 1. A report on procedures used by TSC in the recruitment of administrative positions, including clerks and other support personnel. 2. A report listing all staff employed by TSC in the Financial Years 2021/2022 to 2024/2025, including gender distribution, regional representation, and persons with disabilities. 3. Copies of documentation of all public advertisements and recruitment notices issued by TSC during the specified financial years. Thank you, Hon. Speaker."
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"content": "Thank you, Hon. Josses. Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Education, Hon. Melly. Any member of the Committee? Hon. Mong’ina, tell your Chair to bring a response in two weeks. Hon. Waithaka Machua, Member for Kiambu, you have the Floor."
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"content": "OUTBREAK OF MARBURG VIRUS"
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"content": " Thank you, Hon. Speaker. Pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I wish to request a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Health regarding the recent outbreak of Marburg virus disease in the region. Marburg virus disease is a rare but severe illness caused by flying bats and transmitted through human contact. It shares similarities with Ebola, a viral disease. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), the Marburg disease has a case fatality rate of up to 98 per cent. On 20th January 2025, the Government of Tanzania, in collaboration with WHO, confirmed an outbreak of the disease in Tanzania, our neighbour. This implies that we are vulnerable owing to the ease of movement of persons within the region. Currently, there are no vaccines or treatments for the disease, and management relies solely on early intensive supportive care. Given our recent experience with COVID-19, there is an urgent need to put in place preventive measures to address this outbreak in the region. It is against this background that I request a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Health on the following: 1. The immediate measures that the Ministry of Health has taken to prevent the spread of Marburg virus disease into the country. 2. Strategies developed by the Government to ensure preparedness for disease outbreaks, including enhancing early detection systems and health awareness initiatives. Thank you, Hon. Speaker."
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