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"content": "Question No.055"
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"content": "ESTABLISHMENT OF NETWORK CONNECTIVITY IN PARTS OF TURKANA COUNTY"
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"content": "Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. I rise to ask the Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communication and Digital Economy the following Question- (a) Could the Cabinet Secretary state the strategies in place for the establishment of network connectivity in Todonyang’, Merikuka, Natete, Lopeimukat, Natiira and surrounding areas to facilitate real-time security response and support the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), National Police Reservists (NPR) and local communities? (b) Has the Ministry engaged with telecommunication providers such as Safaricom and Airtel to fast-track the deployment of communication masts and systems in these high-risk locations and if so, what are the timelines for completion? The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate."
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"content": "(c) What actions are being taken to ensure that security agencies, including KDF and NPR, have reliable and secure frequencies and communication channels to respond effectively to security threats in the region? (d) What immediate interventions will the Ministry take to bridge the communication gap before the full deployment of network infrastructure? I thank you."
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"content": " Hon. Cabinet Secretary, you may proceed to respond."
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"content": " Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. Indeed, as you said, I am familiar with this area and I shall respond, with your permission. Kindly allow me to mention that there is an annotated document, which was forwarded this morning. The only difference between the first answer and this one is where we have indicated the timelines. I asked my Ministry to put those things in perspective of time allocation. With your permission, I may respond, Sir. The Ministry, through the Authority’s interventions under the Universal Service Fund (USF), has successfully established a mobile cell tower in Todonyang’, which is currently on air and providing mobile services to the surrounding community. According to the Authority's coverage data, Natira Sub-Location enjoys over 80 per cent area coverage. To further address connectivity needs, the Authority will conduct Quality of Service Assessments (QoS), which will be done within June, 2025 in Merikuka, Natete, Lopeimukat and Natira. The outcomes of these assessments will inform structured engagements with mobile network operators aimed at enhancing service delivery in the identified areas. Mr. Speaker, Sir, part (b) of the Question was on whether the Ministry engaged telecommunication providers such as Safaricom and Airtel to fast-track the deployment of communication masts and systems in these high-risk areas. In response; yes, indeed. In line with the regulatory mandate, the Authority requires licenced operators to extend services through universal service obligations embedded in their licensing conditions. Additionally, the Authority has provided direct support through the Universal Service Fund (USF), facilitating the deployment of mobile network infrastructure in such areas notably under the cellular mobile USF project as follows- Phase One extended mobile cellular services to 10 sub-locations, namely, Nakoret, Nakurio, Lokangai, Lokudule, Lopusiki, Naposomuru, Kapus, Naipa, Loikipetot, Arengan and Nadome, which is Silale. Phase Two: Tondonyang is covered under Phase 11 that has extended cellular mobile services to 13 sub-locations namely, Loreng, Lortit, Puch, Nanam, Oropoi, Loremiet, Loitanit, Tondonyang, Kataboi, Lorengelup, Kayamanik, Loduat, Namorapuv and five sub-locations within this phase, namely; Kangitit, Ngilukia, Katilia, Loperot and Kalapata are still under the acquisition and are scheduled for implementation in the Financial Year 2025/2026. Mr. Speaker, Sir, Phase Three plans to cover 10 sub-locations, namely, Loboi, Lomiyan, Liwan, Kaitedet, Nadunga, Lokipoto, Loito, Mogila, Lotubai, Ekidor that are The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate."
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"content": "still under site acquisition and are scheduled for implementation in the Financial Year 2026/2027. Phase Four plans to cover 16 sub-locations namely; Lachor, Edome, Atala, Turkwel, Lochar, Ekeni, Katiko, Riakamor, Kokisele, Nachukwe, Lomekwe, Kitelomeit, Namor, Kirionok, Tarach, Kanaodong, Napiakar, Koyasaa and Kaichede. These ones are still under tendering and are scheduled for implementation in the Financial Year 2027/2028. Part (c) of the Question was on the actions being to ensure that security agencies, including Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) and National Police Reservists (NPR) have reliable and secure frequencies and communications. In response to this, the Authority assigns dedicated and secure frequencies to security agencies upon formal request. These frequencies are allocated on an exclusive basis, thereby ensuring reliable, interference- free and secure communication channels for national security operations. Mr. Speaker, Sir, Part (d) of the Question was about the immediate interventions to bridge the communication gap before the full deployment of network infrastructure. In response, the Authority plans to undertake a field assessment within June, 2025 in the areas identified as established current communication gaps and requirements. Based on this assessment, the Authority will engage with licenced operators to explore interim measures, including possible network optimisation and quality of service improvement initiatives to ensure short-term connectivity support as broader infrastructure deployment continues. In conclusion, the Authority remains committed to supporting national security, public safety and digital inclusion through targeted regulatory interventions and strategic partnerships. The measures highlighted above demonstrate the ongoing efforts by the Authority through the USF and collaboration with licenced operators to enhance network connectivity and ensure secure, reliable communications in high-risk and underserved areas such as Todonyang,’ Merikuka, Natete, Lopeimukat and Natiira. Moving forward, the Authority welcomes continued engagement with the Ministry, the Senate and other stakeholders to address emerging challenges, accelerate infrastructure deployment and connectivity, ensuring that communication services are accessible and responsive to the needs of both citizens and the security agencies. I submit, Mr. Speaker, Sir."
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"content": " Sen. Lomenen, you have a chance to ask two supplementary questions."
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"content": "Mr. Speaker, Sir, after listening to the submission by the Cabinet Secretary, my supplementary question is: Could the Cabinet Secretary explain to this Senate why there has been a delay in establishing network in the border areas of Turkana County and even in the nation at large? For example, there is poor network in the border of Kibish and Ethiopia, Nadapal; the border between Southern Sudan and Kenya; Lokichogio, Lokiriama and Urum, the border of Uganda and Kenya. The delay in establishment of a network in those border areas has really made it cumbersome for security forces to act when a problem or incident occurs. It has become The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate."
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"content": "difficult for them to assist the citizens in that place. When will the Ministry establish a border network so as to assure the citizens that security services will be available any time?"
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