{"count":1608389,"next":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/?format=json&page=153117","previous":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/?format=json&page=153115","results":[{"id":1549352,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549352/?format=json","text_counter":68,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Lemaletian","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"Mr. Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on Roads, Transportation and Housing regarding professionalism in the public service transport sector."},{"id":1549353,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549353/?format=json","text_counter":69,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Lemaletian","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"Mr. Speaker, Sir, on the 12th of March, 2025, a conductor of a Super Metro Sacco Limited Passenger Service Vehicle (PSV) pushed a passenger out of a moving bus leading to the passenger’s untimely death. This reckless and inhuman act is not only a violation of human rights, but also raises concerns about the professionalism and conduct of PSV drivers and conductors across the country."},{"id":1549354,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549354/?format=json","text_counter":70,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Lemaletian","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"In the Statement, the Committee should address the following- (1) The actions being taken by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) and other law enforcement agencies to fastrack investigation into the specified tragic incident and to prosecute those responsible. (2) The measures in place to ensure strict adherence to PSV operators to establish professional standards in respect of licensing and training of drivers and conductors and enforcement of ethical conduct amongst the drivers and conductors. (3) The steps taken to curb misconduct and violence by PSV drivers and conductors including the disciplinary and monitoring mechanisms in place to guarantee passenger safety. (4) Policy or legislative proposals to enhance professionalism, accountability and overall passenger safety in the public transport sector. 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."},{"id":1549355,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549355/?format=json","text_counter":71,"type":"heading","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"VIOLENT CLASHES IN SONDU TOWN"},{"id":1549356,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549356/?format=json","text_counter":72,"type":"other","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"On my second Statement, Mr. Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations regarding the violent clashes that occurred on the 22nd February, 2025 in Sondu Town, which is located along the border of Kisumu and Kericho counties which tragically resulted to three fatalities. In the Statement, the Committee should address the following- (1) The causes, timelines and impact of the clashes including the number of casualties, extent of property destruction, displacement of residents and any historical disputes or boundary ambiguities contributing to tensions in the area. (2) The immediate security interventions undertaken to restore calm including the deployment of law enforcement personnel, coordination between the national and county governments and efforts to prevent further escalation. (3) The role of local traders, elders and peace committees in conflict and mediation and assessment of the effectiveness of existing peace accords and community- based conflict resolution mechanism. (4) The long-term strategies being implemented to ensure sustainable peace and development in the region outlining community engagement initiatives, infrastructure investment and social economic programs to address root causes of conflict. (5) The measures in place to ensure accountability for those responsible for violence including investigations, arrests, prosecution and steps taken to break the cycle of impunity in the region."},{"id":1549357,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549357/?format=json","text_counter":73,"type":"other","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"ESTABLISHMENT AND CONSERVATION OF WILDLIFE CORRIDORS IN KISUMU COUNTY Mr. Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Order 53(1) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on Land, Environment and Natural Resources regarding the establishment and conservation of wildlife corridors with a specific focus on Kisumu county. Mr. Speaker, Sir, the rapid urbanization and agricultural expansion have increasingly encroached upon key ecological zones threatening species such as hippos, impalas and over 115 bird species found in the Kisumu Impala Sanctuary. Additionally, human wildlife conflicts particularly around Lake Victoria cause risks to both local communities and wildlife populations given that Kenya’s tourisms sector contributes approximately to 10 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and provides over 1.8 million jobs. Safeguarding these corridors is crucial for maintaining ecological balance and sustaining economic benefits In the Statement, the Committee should address the following- (1) Existing and proposed wildlife corridors in Kisumu County, their significance in conservation and biodiversity protection and the role in Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) 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."},{"id":1549358,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549358/?format=json","text_counter":74,"type":"other","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"and county authorities in the management and the level of funding and resources allocated by both national and county governments for their development and long-term sustainability. (2) The impact of human settlements infrastructural projects and agricultural expansion on wildlife movements and ecological balance in the region. (3) Measures put in place to mitigate human-wildlife conflicts particularly in areas where the wildlife corridors intersect with community settlements. (4) The Government’s efforts to secure land for conservation and any plans to encourage local communities in core management strategies. (5) Date on wildlife species affected by the habitat fragmentation in Kisumu County and the conservation strategies being implemented for their protection."},{"id":1549359,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549359/?format=json","text_counter":75,"type":"heading","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"SCHEME OF SERVICE FOR CHIEFS AND ASSISTANT CHIEFS"},{"id":1549360,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549360/?format=json","text_counter":76,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Mwaruma","speaker_title":"","speaker":{"id":13223,"legal_name":"Johnes Mwashushe Mwaruma","slug":"johnes-mwashushe-mwaruma"},"content":"Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. I rise pursuant to Standing Order (53(1) to seek a Statement from Standing Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations concerning the scheme of service for national Government administrative officers, specifically chiefs and assistant chiefs. In the Statement, the Committee should address the following- (1) The scheme of service currently guiding the recruitment, promotion and career progression of chiefs and assistant chiefs including when it was last reviewed and updated. (2) The criteria used for hiring and promoting chiefs and assistant chiefs including the entry level, job group, highest attainable job group within the ranks and the minimum and maximum duration an officer stays within a job group before promotion. (3) The breakdown of emoluments received by chiefs and assistant chiefs including, but not limited to basic salary, housing allowance, transport allowance, extraneous allowance and annual salary increments. (4) The existing gaps and reforms needed in the current scheme of service to address stagnation in career progression and improve motivation and retention among these officers."},{"id":1549361,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549361/?format=json","text_counter":77,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. Kingi","speaker_title":"The Speaker","speaker":null,"content":" Let us have Sen. (Dr.) Khalwale representing the Senate Majority Leader to present the Statement on the business for the coming week."}]}