{"count":1608389,"next":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/?format=json&page=150602","previous":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/?format=json&page=150600","results":[{"id":1524202,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1524202/?format=json","text_counter":139,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Machakos, WDM","speaker_title":"Hon. Joyce Kamene","speaker":null,"content":"It is against this background that I request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Blue Economy, Water and Irrigation on the following: 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."},{"id":1524203,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1524203/?format=json","text_counter":140,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Machakos, WDM","speaker_title":"Hon. Joyce Kamene","speaker":null,"content":"1. A report on the status of implementation of the Mavoko Drinking Water Supply Project, jointly funded by the Governments of Kenyan and Belgium. 2. A report on the steps being taken by the Ministry to ensure completion of the project and the expected timelines. 3. The interim measures being taken by the Ministry to address the water scarcity faced by the residents and to protect them from unscrupulous water vendors. I, thank you, Hon. Speaker."},{"id":1524204,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1524204/?format=json","text_counter":141,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. Speaker","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"Thank you, Hon. Joyce Kamene. Hon. Bowen, Chairman of the Departmental Committee on Blue Economy and Irrigation, when you have a business, you should remain static."},{"id":1524205,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1524205/?format=json","text_counter":142,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Marakwet East, UDA","speaker_title":"Hon. Kangogo Bowen","speaker":null,"content":" Yes, I have seen it, Hon. Speaker. I will give a response in two weeks’ time."},{"id":1524206,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1524206/?format=json","text_counter":143,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. Speaker","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":". Thank you. Before we go on with the next statements, allow me to acknowledge Light Academy from Karen, Langata, Nairobi; and Kenyatta University students from Ruiru, Kiambu who are in the Public Gallery. On my behalf and that of the House, we welcome them to Parliament. Next is Hon. Clive Gisairo, Member for Kitutu Masaba."},{"id":1524207,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1524207/?format=json","text_counter":144,"type":"heading","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"SAFARICOM’S POLICY ON TRANSMISSION OF POLITICAL MESSAGES"},{"id":1524208,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1524208/?format=json","text_counter":145,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Kitutu Masaba, ODM","speaker_title":"Hon. Clive Gisairo","speaker":null,"content":" Hon. Speaker, pursuant to Standing Order 44(2)(c), I rise to request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Communication, Information and Innovation regarding the policy applied by Safaricom PLC on the transmission of political messages. In recent months, numerous users of various Premium Rate Services Providers (PRSP) and customers whose applications for sender identifications (IDs) are whitelisted as pre- approved entities have been experiencing blocking of transmission of political messages. This raises significant concerns about transparency and fairness of the criteria used by Safaricom PLC to determine messages deemed acceptable and those which are not. Political messaging is a vital aspect of our democratic process, allowing candidates to communicate on their platforms and engage with voters. By blocking certain political messages, Safaricom PLC may inadvertently favour specific political entities over others, which could cause an imbalance in the political landscape. The lack of clear guidelines and communication from Safaricom regarding this policy, undermines democratic engagement and the free flow of information. It is against this background that I request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Communication, Information and Innovation on the following: 1. Report on whether the policy by Safaricom PLC, if any, regarding transmission of political messages aligns with the constitutional provisions and laws safeguarding freedom of speech, and communication and consumer rights of access to information. 2. Steps taken by Safaricom PLC to ensure that the process for blocking sender IDs, particularly in the political context, is impartial and free from bias. 3. The policy framework and administrative mechanisms for affected parties to seek redress or appeal, including seeking refund for the whitelisted sender IDs. 4. The criteria for approving or blocking transmission of political bulk messages and the safeguards put in place by Safaricom PLC to prevent the message- blocking system from being exploited for political gain or to suppress certain viewpoints. 5. A report on whether Safaricom PLC allows inter-network termination of messages to other networks, particularly Airtel, and if not, the interventions 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."},{"id":1524209,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1524209/?format=json","text_counter":146,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Kitutu Masaba, ODM","speaker_title":"Hon. Clive Gisairo","speaker":null,"content":"required for Safaricom to allow inter-network termination and facilitate a common sender ID for messages sent through the two service providers, particularly by businesses and organisations to enhance their brand recognition and improve the overall user experience. I, thank you, Hon. Speaker. I had raised this Statement in the Third Session, but it took months without a response."},{"id":1524210,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1524210/?format=json","text_counter":147,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. Speaker","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"We will ensure that you get a response quickly. The Chairman of the Departmental Committee on Communication, Information and Innovation, Hon. KJ. I cannot see him. Leader of the Majority Party, ensure we have a response in two weeks’ time."},{"id":1524211,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1524211/?format=json","text_counter":148,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Kikuyu, UDA","speaker_title":"Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah","speaker":null,"content":" I will do that."}]}