{"count":1608389,"next":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/?format=json&page=153128","previous":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/?format=json&page=153126","results":[{"id":1549462,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549462/?format=json","text_counter":178,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Madzayo","speaker_title":"The Senate Minority Leader","speaker":{"id":679,"legal_name":"Stewart Mwachiru Shadrack Madzayo","slug":"stewart-mwachiru-shadrack-madzayo"},"content":"Sio haki kijana kama Cherarkey kuongea ninapoongea. Bila kuchukua wakati zaidi, naunga mkono Hoja hii kwa dhati."},{"id":1549463,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549463/?format=json","text_counter":179,"type":"scene","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"(Question proposed)"},{"id":1549464,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549464/?format=json","text_counter":180,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. Kingi","speaker_title":"The Speaker","speaker":null,"content":" Hon. Senators, I am getting the indication that you would wish to debate this Motion, however, with limitation of time on each Member contributing for five minutes. Very well. Sen. Wakili, proceed."},{"id":1549465,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549465/?format=json","text_counter":181,"type":"scene","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"[The Speaker (Hon. Kingi) left the Chair]"},{"id":1549466,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549466/?format=json","text_counter":182,"type":"scene","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"[The Temporary Speaker (Sen. Mumma) in the Chair]"},{"id":1549467,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549467/?format=json","text_counter":183,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. Kingi","speaker_title":"The Speaker","speaker":null,"content":"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":1549468,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549468/?format=json","text_counter":184,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Wakili Sigei","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"Thank you very much, Madam Temporary Speaker, for giving me the opportunity to support this Motion. I thank the Majority Whip for moving the Motion and highlighting the critical aspects that underscore the need for our support. The IEBC is a constitutional body that plays a role in the setting up this House. Without its existence, none of the Members seated here today would have been elected to serve. It is responsible for overseeing elections across all positions from the Presidency to Members of County Assemblies (MCAs). As we deliberate on this Motion, it is essential that we recognize and appreciate the importance of the IEBC. We equally acknowledge the reasons behind the current absence of a commission and emphasize the need to fast track the ongoing process to establish one, which will undertake future elections. The Mover of this Motion has taken us through a number of constituencies, counties and county assemblies that currently lack representation. It is important to remember that representation in the National Assembly, the Senate or county assembly is a constitutional right for the people in these areas, constituencies or wards. Therefore, the request by the Selection Panel for an additional 14-day period under these circumstances is reasonable. That forms the basis of my support for this Motion. We are aware that interviews have been conducted and concluded for the position of the chairperson of the IEBC. We have followed this process with great anticipation, observing the candidates who have undergone the interviews. I believe one of the reasons this Panel is requesting additional time to ensure they have sufficient opportunity to thoroughly evaluate the candidates who will be interviewed in order to select the best from those who have applied. It is important to note that the published list of applicants for these various positions, including the chairperson and commissioners, has not yet been fully reviewed. It would be unfair to rush through the interview process for all the candidates. Furthermore, it would be even more unfair if more time was allocated to interview candidates for the position of chairperson while insufficient time is given to those being interviewed for membership in the commission. Therefore, it is only fair to ensure that adequate time is provided for all candidates to undergo a thorough interview process. Asking for 14 days under the circumstances is not reasonable. I beseech Members of this House to support this Motion. There are many constituencies, wards and counties without representatives, including Baringo County, where our late colleague, Sen. Cheptumo, once served. The people of these areas are eagerly awaiting the election of their representatives. However, this can only be achieved with an IEBC in place. While we are advocating for these elections to be conducted without delay, it is clear that they cannot proceed until the IEBC is established. Madam Temporary Speaker, there is also the issue of the boundaries review, which is particularly relevant as we are mid-term in the tenure of this current term. Adequate preparation is needed, along with the development of various legislations, which fall under the mandate of this House. However, much of this legislative work would originate from reports and recommendations provided by the IEBC, underscoring its importance. 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":1549469,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549469/?format=json","text_counter":185,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Wakili Sigei","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"With regard to the tasks required of the IEBC, I support the request for an additional 14 days. However, I urge the members of the panel to ensure they do not consider these 14 days as an abundance of time. There is a risk that, despite being granted the additional time, they may fail to effectively manage the interview process. I do not expect them to return to this House to request more time as we must prioritize minimizing the resources utilized in conducting these interviews There is a secretariat funded by the taxpayer. The taxpayers themselves are eagerly awaiting the establishment of a commission to facilitate the conduct of by- elections. I encourage the panel to make proper use of the additional time they have requested, should this Motion pass, to ensure they conclude the process effectively. This will enable the people of Kenya to have a functional IEBC, one that is well- prepared for the 2027 elections. It will also allow sufficient time for the commission to process all necessary tasks and to ensure they represent the interests of the Kenyan people in their work. Madam Temporary Speaker, I support this Motion and ask the hon. Members to equally support this important Motion."},{"id":1549470,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549470/?format=json","text_counter":186,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Mumma","speaker_title":"The Temporary Speaker","speaker":null,"content":" Sen. Wambua, proceed."},{"id":1549471,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1549471/?format=json","text_counter":187,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Wambua","speaker_title":"","speaker":{"id":13199,"legal_name":"Enoch Kiio Wambua","slug":"enoch-kiio-wambua"},"content":"Madam Temporary Speaker, I thank you for this opportunity to contribute to this Motion. From the word go, I must go on record to state that the Senate Majority Leader must improve consultations with the other side of the House on cross- cutting matters. I would be keen to hear from Sen. Sifuna, should he have the opportunity to contribute to this Motion, whether our sister coalition partner, Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), which signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with United Democratic Alliance (UDA), extended such an arrangement to include instances where the Senate Majority Leader can ambuish one side of the House with a Motion as important as this. Madam Temporary Speaker, I have listened to the Senate Majority Whip moving the Motion. I also listened to my boss, the Senate Minority Leader, seconding the Motion. I have listened to Sen. Sigei contributing to this Motion. I am asking myself a big question; why should I support this Motion? The reasons given here are not convincing at all. In fact, if I was to go by the contribution of the Majority Whip, we should all defeat this Motion. He said the only reason we should support this Motion is because the National Assembly has already passed it. That should never be the reason to pass this Motion. I have listened to my boss respectfully. He said that the Panel realised that they could not undertake the task in front of them. For that reason, let us give them time to finish the work before them. Madam Temporary Speaker, I would like to say three things. Firstly, it is that panel that shortlisted the candidates for interview. When they were doing it, they knew the time they had for the interviews. There is a principle in management called beginning with the end in mind. I expected that the panellists are learned enough to know. 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."}]}