Senator Aaron Kipkirui Cheruiyot

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• 31 Aug 2023 in Senate: Therefore, the challenge is on us. If we want to enrich this conversation the way many of you are saying, is to immediately, soon after, once we have set the--- I think the overarching theme that we are being asked is to set the regulatory framework, so that people stop taking advantage of our people. Once that is set, the second level of the fight is how we now ensure our counties, specifically that host these resources, get to benefit. That is a conversation that I urge colleague Senators to begin. At that particular point, we will have an opportunity ... view
• 29 Aug 2023 in Senate: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I beg to move the following Motion- AWARE THAT Article 1(1) of the Constitution provides that all sovereign power belongs to the people of Kenya and shall be exercised only in accordance with the Constitution; FURTHER AWARE that Article 1(2) of the Constitution provides that the people of Kenya may exercise their sovereign power either directly or through their democratically elected representatives; CONSCIOUS that Article 10 of the Constitution espouses the national values and principles of governance, which include the rule of law, democracy and participation of the people; FURTHER CONSCIOUS that Article 94 of the Constitution ... view
• 29 Aug 2023 in Senate: RECOGNISING that there is a need to embrace consultation, dialogue and consensus-building as a way of resolving issues of concern to the people of Kenya; COGNIZANT that despite the constitutional and legal reforms on the electoral processes and the electoral laws, after every election cycle there has been mistrust of electoral outcomes, leaving the country divided; FURTHER COGNIZANT that efforts to enhance constitutionalism, the rule of law and respect for human rights need to be promoted; AWARE that there have been previous calls and attempts at building consensus on issues of concern to the people of Kenya through bi-partisan engagements ... view
• 29 Aug 2023 in Senate: 6. THAT the mandate of the National Dialogue Committee shall be to facilitate dialogue and consensus building and recommend appropriate constitutional, legal and policy reforms on issues of concern to the people of Kenya, to be framed by the National Dialogue Committee in line with the Constitution and the laws of the Republic of Kenya and respecting the functional and institutional integrity of State organs. THE HOUSES OF PARLIAMENT NOTE:- 7. THAT the Technical Teams representing Kenya Kwanza and Azimio shall support the National Dialogue Committee. 8. THAT the Technical Team representing Kenya Kwanza shall comprise the following persons: (1) ... view
• 29 Aug 2023 in Senate: However, we are all aware that as a House we were on recess, but we felt that given the urgency and importance that this Committee and the sacred nature of the assignment that is before them, it would be unfair to us as a House if we carried on with our recess and wait until mid of September to come and pass this Motion. We would continue to carry on the long wrongly-held belief that Senate is a second thought. The Senate of the Republic of Kenya is not a second thought. The people of Kenya bequeathed unto themselves this ... view
• 29 Aug 2023 in Senate: I recall that in each of those presidencies, there were moments when they sat back and reflected with colleagues across the Floor. In fact, back then, it was easy because Presidents were Members of Parliament (MPs). Therefore, they would dialogue easily sometimes, either through Motions such as this one presently, on the Floor of the House. Quite a number including yourself had the opportunity to serve. I urge my colleagues respectfully; let us support this Motion and agree with the proposal to send our colleagues to listen to each other. Give them your blessings and share whatever thoughts. We know ... view
• 29 Aug 2023 in Senate: Mr. Speaker, Sir, with those many remarks, I beg to move and request my counterpart, the Senate Minority Leader, Sen. Madzayo, to second this Motion. view
• 29 Aug 2023 in Senate: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I beg for your attention. I seek your indulgence because in replying, I have 15 minutes to do so, will I be in order to donate just three minutes to the three Senators? view
• 29 Aug 2023 in Senate: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. I want to thank my colleagues who have taken time to comment on this very important exercise. Many shades of opinions have been expressed on this issue that point to the task that is ahead of us. We will try our best as a team to move the country forward in this difficult time. I appreciate each and every Senator who has taken time to comment on this issue. Your concerns have been noted. As we commence this exercise tomorrow; signing of the framework agreement, going through the agenda and beginning the difficult work of ... view
• 29 Aug 2023 in Senate: Mr. Speaker, Sir, with those very many remarks, I beg to reply. I thank you. view