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"content": "Mr. Speaker, Sir, I seek your indulgence because I have four statements. I would like to read them at a go."
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"content": "Mr. Speaker, Sir, this is a request for a statement on inequitable distribution of fertilizer by the National Cereals and Produce Board. Mr. Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1) to seek a statement from the Committee on Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries regarding the inequitable distribution of fertilizer in the highland regions of Kenya, as reflected in the latest report from the National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) on fertilizer dispatch as of 11th March, 2025. The highland regions of Kenya, known for their high agricultural productivity, rely heavily on fertilizer to sustain food security and economic growth. However, a review of the fertilizer distribution data reveals significant disparities, with some counties receiving disproportionately large quantities while others, equally dependent on agriculture, receiving far less. Mr. Speaker, Sir, for instance, Uasin Gishu County received 413,103 bags, accounting for 20.99 per cent of the total fertilizer distribution, whereas counties such as Murang’a received 7,650 bags, Nyeri received 8,760 bags, and Kirinyaga received 280 bags, which is significantly lower allocations despite their agricultural potential. Nakuru County received 204,764 bags, nearly 10 per cent of the total allocation, while counties like Meru received 12,910 bags and Tharaka-Nithi got 5,940 bags, which are significantly less. Some agricultural counties such as Marsabit and Samburu did not receive any fertilizer allocation, raising questions about regional balance in the distribution. In the Statement, therefore, the Committee should address the following- (1) The methodology and criteria used by the Ministry of Agriculture and the National Cereals and Produce Board, NCPB, in determining the fertilizer allocations to various counties. (2) Justification for the significantly lower allocation to certain highland agricultural counties despite their critical role in national food production. (3) The Government's strategy to ensure fair and equitable distribution of fertilizer subsidies and to prevent the marginalization of key farming regions. (4) Evidence on whether farmer registration data and actual county level demand were considered in the allocation process, and clarification on any inconsistencies identified. (5) Corrective measures being implemented to address these disparities and ensure that all farmers have fair access to fertilizers. I thank you."
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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 Education regarding the continued delay in the disbursement of Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) funds, which has left thousands of university students stranded and unable to meet their basic needs. Despite assurances from the Government that HELB funds would be disbursed by Friday 15th March, 2025, many students are yet to receive their financial aid. Students require immediate and tangible action, not verbal commitments that do not translate into actual disbursements. The failure to release funds in a timely manner has exposed thousands of young Kenyans to evictions, hunger, mental distress and inability to attend classes due to unpaid fees. In the Statement, the Committee should address the following- (1) The concrete measures being taken by the Government to ensure the immediate disbursement of HELB funds, including a clear and accountable timeline for payment. (2) The total number of students affected by the delay with a county-based breakdown to assess the scale of the crisis, specifying the interventions in place to prevent future delays and guarantee timely and predictable disbursement to all students going forward. (3) The financial position of HELB, including the amount allocated for the current academic year, to the total disbursement disbursed so far and the outstanding balances. (4) The Government's plan to enhance HELB allocation and to align with the rising cost of living, ensuring students receive adequate financial support. (5) The accountability mechanisms in place to prevent the recurrence of such delays, including clarity on whether the National Treasury has released the required funds to HELB."
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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 Trade, Industrialization and Tourism regarding the culpability of the management of the Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (KUSCCO) following financial losses suffered by Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (SACCOs) in Kenya. This matter is of national concern and it has shaken the confidence of many Kenyans in the SACCO sector, which for a long time has been a safe haven for members' hard-earned savings. Therefore, this management must be queried and those responsible must face the full force of the law. In the Statement, the Committee should address the following-"
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