3 May 2023 in Senate:
Earlier today, I stated that our committees should not behave like morticians. They should be proactive; visit the region and listen to the people. When we visited Laikipia County, people talked their hearts out. Wananchi trust us as leaders, and this is why we were elected. They will tell us more as opposed to the National Government Administration Officers (NGAO) and other security officers.
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3 May 2023 in Senate:
Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, Article 29 of the Constitution is on the freedom and security of persons. Every Kenyan has a right to security to their property and to life. Article 26 states that life is sacred unless it is deprived under the law. What is happening in Marsabit County and other regions in this country is senseless killing, lawlessness and anarchy. The earlier it is addressed, the better, as it will continue to sabotage the growth of the country in terms of the economy and unity of the country. It is sad to note that in Marsabit County and ...
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3 May 2023 in Senate:
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3 May 2023 in Senate:
I will bring a Bill that I hope colleagues will add their thoughts to the Anti-Stock Theft Bill, against the theft of livestock and produce that I have published in this House.The banditry and stealing of livestock are no longer about culture. People no longer steal livestock to go and pay dowry for marriage. They kill as a part of a criminal enterprise. With those many remarks, I thank you and support this Motion.
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2 May 2023 in Senate:
Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. I rise, pursuant to Standing Order No. 52(1), to make a Statement on an issue of general topical concern and national importance, namely: the good performance posted by our gallant athletes in both the London and Boston marathons. Mr. Speaker, Sir, on Sunday, 23rd April, 2023, we witnessed a superb performance by our athletes at the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) London Marathon which saw Kelvin Kiptum become the second-fastest marathon runner of all time by knocking 12 seconds off the previous course record held by fellow Kenyan, Eliud Kipchoge, and also breaking the course record ...
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2 May 2023 in Senate:
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2 May 2023 in Senate:
is rattling the sports fraternity in the country. It has also dented the image of the athletes and that of the country at large. Mr. Speaker, Sir, I will not relent in calling upon the Ministry of Sports, Culture and Arts, Athletics Kenya, National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOCK) and all the relevant authorities to ensure that the affairs of our athletes, including finances, taxation and rewards, are well-structured to enable them to grow and remain motivated at all times. In conclusion, on behalf of the great people of Kenya and Nandi, where a number of athletes hail from, the ...
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2 May 2023 in Senate:
Mr. Speaker, Sir, I rise to support the Statement by Sen. Crystal Asige. Paying royalties to our musicians is important. Majority of young people depend on the music and entertainment industry. This industry employs many youths. In July 2021, the MCSK distributed more than Kshs22 million while musicians still make earnings of Kshs2,500 which is unfortunate. When you board a matatu, music from the Kenyan artists is playing. During weekends, such as the long one we had, the Kapuka genre, ghetto music and the other genres we listen to, the artists are not paid properly. The Skiza tunes by Safaricom ...
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2 May 2023 in Senate:
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2 May 2023 in Senate:
organisations accountable. Most of the songs are being used to promote clubs, soft and hard drinks and in promotional messages. We must also look into the digital aspect. When some of the people post their pictures and politicians are guilty of this, they use these songs as the soundtracks and do not pay for the use. We must relook and ensure young people earn. Let us stand with young people and stop telling them: ‘ Enda usikie vibaya huko kwenu”.
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