Chrisantus Wamalwa Wakhungu

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• 20 Feb 2018 in National Assembly: “We won’t have a society if we destroy the environment.” view
• 20 Feb 2018 in National Assembly: It means that our society is dependent on the environment. Both of them are mutually inclusive. One of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) touches on issues of climate change. Again, on the SDGs, we also have a goal of global partnership. In this context, we want to support this Policy. I have quickly gone through it and it provides a framework that our country must adopt in order to mitigate the risks of climate change. We are part and parcel of the Paris Convention of 2015 which talks about mobilisation of US$100 billion in terms of coming up with resources ... view
• 20 Feb 2018 in National Assembly: much about the Jubilee agenda of manufacturing, housing, health-care and food security. You cannot achieve the big four agenda without putting in place strategies that will help in environmental sustainability. view
• 20 Feb 2018 in National Assembly: Hon. Temporary Deputy Speaker, in the last Parliament, which I am proud the great people of Kiminini gave me an opportunity to serve in, we had three legislators who were passionate and compassionate about matters legislation. I am sure if Governor Ottichilo, the Governor of the great people of Vihiga, was here today, he would be smiling because he was very passionate about climate change matters. I will not forget the former Chairlady of the Departmental Committee on Environment and Natural Resources, Hon. Amina Abdalla. She also was very compassionate and passionate about environmental matters. I do not know the ... view
• 20 Feb 2018 in National Assembly: Financing comes with accountability. Many times, the Government has come up with very good policies and has even raised funds. However, when the money comes, accountability becomes a problem. I am happy to note that in this policy paper they have highlighted how to monitor, evaluate and report. view
• 20 Feb 2018 in National Assembly: Article 42 of the Constitution talks about matters of the environment. Every legislator in this House has an obligation to achieve what is highlighted in Article 42 of the Constitution. At a time like now, in Trans Nzoia, where I come from, people have prepared their farms because they are expecting rains. However, because of climatic changes, the environment has totally changed. Parts of Trans Nzoia and many parts of this country are dry. I tried to plough my farm but was unable. The tractor could not plough because the weather is sunny and the land is dry. We cannot ... view
• 20 Feb 2018 in National Assembly: On housing, people in other countries have developed strategies of building houses that can sustain them in a harsh environment. For instance, in very hot places, one cannot sleep because of the heat. Even in healthcare, we have seen a lot of cancer cases. We have a lot of carcinogenic agents in the environment that people are vulnerable to. The environment touches everything. view
• 20 Feb 2018 in National Assembly: When it comes to roads, the environment has an effect also. Housing and manufacturing also affect the environment. Even clothing is affected by the environment. So, it is important that as we pass this Policy the implementing agencies must apply it to the letter. view
• 20 Feb 2018 in National Assembly: Corruption in this country has been a big impediment in the Jubilee Government and so it must be stopped. Measures must be put in place to curb corruption. Those who are responsible must be held accountable so that we can have a safe environment where we are assured of quality medication, roads and housing. view
• 20 Feb 2018 in National Assembly: I thank all the key stakeholders who participated in the formulation of this Sessional Paper. We know very well that it has come out of a participatory and consultative approach. We 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