8 Oct 2024 in Senate:
I beg to move- THAT the Bill be amended by inserting the following new clause immediately after clause 66- Gaming tax.
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8 Oct 2024 in Senate:
I beg to move- THAT the Bill be amended by inserting the following new clause immediately after clause 82-
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8 Oct 2024 in Senate:
Prize 82A. (1) There shall be a tax to be known competition tax. as prize competition tax chargeable on the cost of entry to a competition which is premium rated at the rate of fifteen per cent of the total gross turnover. (2)The tax shall be paid to the Collector by the licensed person on the 20th day of the month following the month of collection.
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26 Sep 2024 in Senate:
Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. First and foremost, I rise to congratulate Ms. Esse Akida. I am a very proud Senator in this House. I happen to be one of the people who has been part of her life. She was seated next to me in her first flight to the All-African Games, Algeria, in 2007. I congratulate her because I have seen her hard work in her sporting activity all the way through. I have seen her grow. I have seen her efforts and training in Kenya. It is a very good example to this country that sport pays. ...
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26 Sep 2024 in Senate:
Thank you, Madam Temporary Speaker. I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.56(1)(b) of the Senate Standing Orders to make a statement relating to the activities of the Standing Committee on Information Communication and Technology for the period commencing April to August, 2024. During the period under review, the committee held a total of 20 sittings, during which it considered seven statements and two inquiries. The committee also held one Private Sector and Development Partners' Stakeholders’ Engagement and Networking Retreat from 14th to 17th June 2024. Attached to this statement is a schedule of legislative business considered by the committee. In ...
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26 Sep 2024 in Senate:
manufacturing materials to support local production, with the ultimate goal of providing free SIM cards for all citizens. Additionally, the committee will focus on reviewing the progress of the digitization of Government services across all Ministries and Agencies to enhance efficiency and accessibility. In conclusion, I wish to thank your office and that of the Clerk of the Senate for the continuous support accorded to the committee in undertaking its work. Lastly, I also wish to thank the Members of the Committee for their commitment, diligence and contributions during the committee activities. Thank you, Madam Temporary Speaker.
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9 Jul 2024 in Senate:
Thank you, Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, for allowing me to also make my contribution on the state of the nation. Firstly, I convey my condolences to the families that lost their loved ones during maandamano . To those who were injured, I wish them quick recovery. Secondly, I would also like to thank the tribeless and courageous youth, that is the Gen Z, who went to the streets to speak on behalf of other Kenyans. I would like to confirm that I am one of the few leaders who wrote on X Space asking the President to listen to the ...
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9 Jul 2024 in Senate:
In terms of corruption, I concur with fellow Senators that the EACC has failed us. The Government should work on strengthening institutions that are tasked to fight corruption. Apart from being strict, they should also empower these institutions. Most of these institutions are normally under-budgeted for. That is why they cannot achieve their mandate in pushing the agendas. Talk about the police, they do not have the motivation because they are underpaid in comparison to the security they provide to this country. I believe that is a problem that should be addressed. Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, let me talk about ...
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9 Jul 2024 in Senate:
I also propose that we amend and operationalize the National Youth Council Act of 2009 to align with the Constitution of Kenya, 2010. For example, the Cabinet Secretaries representing the youth, or the County Executive Committee Members (CECMs) in our county governments representing our youth must be youth. I can assure you the level of disconnect between the national Government and the youth is very wide. That is why you are seeing whatever is happening. I can assure you that the youths; the Gen Zs, who are in the streets are speaking a very different language. If today you put ...
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11 Jun 2024 in Senate:
Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, I second.
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