Dr. Agnes Zani

All parliamentary appearances

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• 22 Feb 2017 in Senate: Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir. I rise to second this Motion. I would like to start by stating the importance of UNESCO in matters education. UNESCO has been in existence for a very long time. It has, at various times given initiative in terms of policy, direction in terms of education and it also does social audits. The forum allowed many educationist to come together to discuss various issues in the various countries who are members of UNESCO. For Kenya and the Kenyan delegation, the forum gave a very important chance to discuss some of the key issues that are pertinent ... view
• 22 Feb 2017 in Senate: Thank you, Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir. That appropriate level of education is key and we should not run away from it. On the issue of vocational skills, we need to allocate adequate resources. Lastly, the national Government should consider devolving infrastructural development funds. What comes out of the various counties we visit is that what has been devolved is Early Childhood Development (ECD) centres and polytechnics. Most Governors have found it critical to move into the infrastructural part, because we have ECD that is developed with primary infrastructure that has not been developed. Moving forward, as we think about devolution, ... view
• 22 Feb 2017 in Senate: Thank you, Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir. I rise to second. First, let me start by reiterating matters security have really risen in terms of prominence especially now as we move into the elections period because every time there is some sort of competition then personal interest always comes in. Secondly, matters of security have also escalated because of the drought situation. The reason why I am saying that is that, in counties such as Marsabit, Moyale and Laikipia, we are having shortage of resources especially of pastures because of the drought. As a result of this, cattle rustling has become ... view
• 16 Feb 2017 in Senate: Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.45 (2)(b) to seek a Statement from the Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Education regarding the ongoing strike of lecturers of public universities. In the Statement, the Chairperson should; (i) Inform the Senate on the progress made so far on the lectures Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) 2013-2017; (ii) Explain the efforts being made at ending the impasse; and (iii) State the efforts that have been made by the Cabinet Secretary or Education and the Principal Secretary of the said department of Education in attaining the CBA2013-2017. I thank you. view
• 16 Feb 2017 in Senate: That is fine. view
• 16 Feb 2017 in Senate: The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposes only. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor, Senate view
• 16 Feb 2017 in Senate: Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, I also wanted to speak along the same lines so that, if possible, we do some whipping. I also wish to seek for the indulgence of this House that even that clause that is in contention; that we look at it in terms of our understanding because we debated it in a different way. In between, if we can find a way whether we can meet as Senators, at a Kamkunji, so that we have a consensus about this; then we come back here to vote, we do so in a united manner. Secondly, to avoid ... view
• 16 Feb 2017 in Senate: Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, let me also join you in welcoming the girls from Nginda Girls High School. When I walked in and saw all those girls up there, I felt very happy. I just want to motivate you, even as you go on with your education; education is the key. The future is bright. You will get to where you need to be. I also urge you to take up political and administrative leadership positions. This is what we are all fighting for so that the women of Kenya can be heard – that they can articulate the issues ... view
• 14 Feb 2017 in Senate: Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, when I joined the Senate as a nominated Senator in March, 2013, I did not know of the kind of relationship I would have with the elected Senator of Kwale County. I knew Sen. Boy Juma Boy was the elected Senator. Different dynamics happen even as different delegations prepare for voting. In certain counties there would be long discussions or disagreements about how the vote should be taken. We had a flawless relationship as Members coming from the same county. It made it easy to represent issues from Kwale County. We did that in agreement. Anytime ... view
• 14 Feb 2017 in Senate: On a point of order, Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir. I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.33 to seek leave to move for the adjournment of the Senate to discuss a definite matter of urgent national importance. This concerns the ongoing lecturers and doctors strikes. I request the support of Senators. view