{"count":1608389,"next":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/?format=json&page=153390","previous":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/?format=json&page=153388","results":[{"id":1552082,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1552082/?format=json","text_counter":59,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Okenyuri","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am reading this on behalf of Sen. Raphael Chimera. I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Justice, Legal Affairs and Human Rights regarding the cancellation of 171 vacancies that had been declared by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). In November, 2024, the JSC advertised 171 vacancies, including 60 positions for legal researchers. Additionally, the Commission opened applications for 111 internship opportunities across various fields. However, on 4th March, 2025, the Commission issued a public notice announcing the cancellation of all recruitment processes due to the fiscal constraints affecting the country. In the Statement, the Committee should address the following- (1) The reasons why the Commission did not consider its financial status before advertising the positions, thus giving Kenyans false hopes. (2) How the Commission plans to address the issue of legal researchers who are required in large numbers following the said cancellation. (3) Whether the recruitment process will now be factored in the Financial Year 2025/2026 budget, and in the event of a re-advertisement, if the Commission will give priority to those who had applied previously. Thank you."},{"id":1552083,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1552083/?format=json","text_counter":60,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Kathuri","speaker_title":"The Deputy Speaker","speaker":{"id":13590,"legal_name":"Murungi Kathuri","slug":"murungi-kathuri"},"content":" Sen. Mohammed Faki, you are on intervention, what is it?"},{"id":1552084,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1552084/?format=json","text_counter":61,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Faki","speaker_title":"","speaker":{"id":13211,"legal_name":"Mohamed Faki Mwinyihaji","slug":"mohamed-faki-mwinyihaji-2"},"content":"Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, I have a point of clarification if you allow me. May I proceed? Last week, there was a request for a statement that was made in this House regarding the Technical University of Kenya (TUK). Members contributed to that statement and my brother, the Senator for Tana River, Sen. Mungatana, made a contribution. In his contribution, he referred to the Technical University of Mombasa. Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, the Technical University of Kenya and the Technical University of Mombasa (TUM) are two different institutions run by two different managements. In fact, the Technical University of Mombasa is doing very well and this year, it has been accredited to offer a degree in Medicine. For the first time, a university in Mombasa is being granted a programme in Medicine by the Commission for Higher Education. The submissions by Sen. Mungatana were not well received by the management of the Technical University of Mombasa because that university is functioning well, the students are happy and there are no strikes. The fact that the university has been accredited to offer medicine is sufficient proof that the university management is being run very well."},{"id":1552085,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1552085/?format=json","text_counter":62,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Kathuri","speaker_title":"The Deputy Speaker","speaker":{"id":13590,"legal_name":"Murungi Kathuri","slug":"murungi-kathuri"},"content":" So, what are you seeking?"},{"id":1552086,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1552086/?format=json","text_counter":63,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Faki","speaker_title":"","speaker":{"id":13211,"legal_name":"Mohamed Faki Mwinyihaji","slug":"mohamed-faki-mwinyihaji-2"},"content":"My brother, Sen. Mungatana, should clarify that the reference was in regard to the Technical University of Kenya, which is located in Nairobi. The Technical 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":1552087,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1552087/?format=json","text_counter":64,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Faki","speaker_title":"","speaker":{"id":13211,"legal_name":"Mohamed Faki Mwinyihaji","slug":"mohamed-faki-mwinyihaji-2"},"content":"University of Mombasa is functioning well. They have no pending bills and students are going on with their studies without any problem. Thank you, Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir."},{"id":1552088,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1552088/?format=json","text_counter":65,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Kathuri","speaker_title":"The Deputy Speaker","speaker":{"id":13590,"legal_name":"Murungi Kathuri","slug":"murungi-kathuri"},"content":" I do not understand. Does he want Sen. Mungatana to expunge that statement from the HANSARD? What are you seeking to do? When Sen. Faki approached me, I asked him whether he had canvassed that matter with Sen. Mungatana. Sen. Faki, Sen. Mungatana has nothing to say on that issue you have raised. I can see that he has nothing to add or subtract. Let us proceed with other business. Sen. Mutinda, read the statement on behalf of Sen. Hamida Kibwana."},{"id":1552089,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1552089/?format=json","text_counter":66,"type":"heading","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"THE STATE OF KENYA’S LOCAL TEXTILE INDUSTRY"},{"id":1552090,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1552090/?format=json","text_counter":67,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Tabitha Mutinda","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"Thank you, Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir. Allow me to read a statement for Sen. Hamida on the state of the local textile industry and the participation of the youth. I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1) seeking a statement from the Standing Committee on Trade, Industrialization and Tourism regarding the state of Kenya’s local textile industry; noting that Kenya is now the largest importer of the second-hand clothes in Africa with imports valued at Kshs18 billion in 2023. Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, the rising dependence on mitumba clothing while offering affordability for many Kenyans raises concerns about the viability of local textile manufacturing and the country's industrial priorities and the potential loss of jobs, especially among the youth. In the Statement, the Committee should address the following- (1) The measures being taken by the Government to support the growth of modernization and competitiveness of Kenya's local textile industry and apparel manufacturing sector. (2) The policies in place to regulate the importation of second-hand clothes and how they align with Kenya's industrialization agenda of Buy Kenya, Build Kenya. (3) The interventions targeting youth participation in the textile value chain, including training, innovation hubs, financing or start-up incubations in tailoring, design, production and distribution. (4) The Government strategies to revitalize local cotton farming and fabric production, including investments in value addition and collaboration with the private sector and the county governments. (5) The alignment of Kenya's textile industry with the regional trade frameworks such as the Africa continental free trade area and the country's competitiveness in regional and international textile markets. I thank you."},{"id":1552091,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1552091/?format=json","text_counter":68,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Kathuri","speaker_title":"The Deputy Speaker","speaker":{"id":13590,"legal_name":"Murungi Kathuri","slug":"murungi-kathuri"},"content":" I can see a few Senators want to make comments on the statements. Proceed, Sen. Cherarkey. 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."}]}