Benjamin Jomo Washiali

All parliamentary appearances

Entries 171 to 180 of 1882.

• 6 May 2020 in National Assembly: Hon. Speaker, it is a very simple question, and the Ministry should have come out quickly to give us a response. I have seen a bit of explanation in the papers, but was the procedure followed? That is the biggest question we are asking. Therefore… view
• 29 Apr 2020 in National Assembly: Hon. Deputy Speaker, let me first of all admit that Dr. Lutomia comes from my constituency. I want to complement and supplement what Hon. Wamalwa has requested in the Statement. Besides what has been raised, the Chair should find out if the Kenya Medical Research Institute Board was involved. We know that KEMRI is an independent corporation. We should find out if the Board was involved in the decision to sack Dr. Lutomia. Secondly, we should also find out if the CS gave Dr. Lutomia an opportunity to defend himself. Under the rule of natural justice, it is fair that ... view
• 29 Apr 2020 in National Assembly: I sincerely thank you, Hon. Speaker. I rise to request for a Statement regarding virtual learning. Pursuant to provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I wish to request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Education and Research regarding the introduction of virtual learning. We are all aware that COVID-19 is a serious international pandemic that has led to the closure of our schools since 15th March 2020. However, despite the Government having established virtual learning for home-based schooling for learners across the country, not all pupils and students have equal access to television and mobile telephone ... view
• 29 Apr 2020 in National Assembly: learning. In view of these concerns, I seek a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Education and Research on the following: 1. What measures has the Ministry of Education put in place to ensure equal access to virtual learning by all learners, especially those living in informal settlements and rural areas? 2. Could the Ministry confirm that the physical infrastructure, such as electricity and internet connectivity, is available to all learners? 3. What plans has the Ministry put in place to ensure that the e-learning platform is efficient for preparation of candidates who are due to sit ... view
• 29 Apr 2020 in National Assembly: On a point of order, Hon. Deputy Speaker. view
• 29 Apr 2020 in National Assembly: It has been an hour since the commencement of business for today and I am aware of your communication of allocating seats to Members. Some seats are still empty and we are moving to an important business. I want to request you to allow some of our colleagues seated in the other lounges to occupy these empty seats. view
• 29 Apr 2020 in National Assembly: On a point of order, Hon. Temporary Deputy Speaker. view
• 29 Apr 2020 in National Assembly: Thank you, Hon. Temporary Deputy Speaker. I was going to support the Motion. The Mover and the seconder having said that Mr. Mbuno had been out of office for eight- and-a-half years, I feel that we do not add another one week. This is because if we do not finish this Motion now, it will mean that it will go up to next week on Wednesday. Therefore, I request the House that, under Standing Order No.95, we ask the Mover to reply. view
• 22 Apr 2020 in National Assembly: On a point of order, Hon. Deputy Speaker. view
• 22 Apr 2020 in National Assembly: Thank you, Hon. Deputy Speaker. My point of order is a burning one. Aware that the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Health The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor. view