Daisy Nyongesa Kanainza

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• 31 Jul 2013 in Senate: Thank you, Madam Temporary Speaker, for this opportunity. I stand to second the amendment that has been brought by Sen. (Dr.) Machage. It is true that many of these cases go unresolved and that is why it is important for us to establish Medical Practitioners and Dentists Boards in the counties. It is unfortunate that women and young people fall victims of these circumstances because they cannot afford special attention or treatment. These are especially the people who come from poor families. They have fallen victim to this serious abuse of human rights. My colleagues have given examples of several ... view
• 31 Jul 2013 in Senate: abortion was done by a doctor. That means that we need to establish boards that can handle these cases. Pregnancy and delivery is very delicate. We have seen a number of cases where doctors maybe through negligence leave a pair of scissors or a piece of cotton wool or an instrument in a mother’s womb which results to more trouble or consequences which lead to death. It is important that we support this Motion since it will help us reduce child mortality and improve maternal healthcare which is stipulated in the Millennium Development Goals and in the achievement of Vision ... view
• 11 Jul 2013 in Senate: Madam Temporary Speaker, I thank you for this opportunity. I really appreciate Sen. Elachi for bringing this Motion that touches on the youth. It is a great pity when we look at the youth and the type of life they live out there. As the Senate, we have taken a good step to bring this Motion and discuss it. We want measures to be taken in order to deal with issues affecting the youth. Article 55 of the Constitution talks about the youth and I quote:- “The State shall take measures including affirmative action--- view
• 11 Jul 2013 in Senate: Madam Temporary Speaker, Article 55 of the Constitution talks about the youth and I quote:- “The State shall take measures including affirmative action programmes to ensure that the youth; (a) Access relevant education and training--- This is what we are talking about. We are talking about the National Youth Service. (b) To access employment.” Every time we talk about unemployment of the youth. This is because measures to engage them in productive work have not been put in place. Very soon, the way we see teachers on the streets demonstrating for their rights, the youths will also steps to demand ... view
• 10 Jul 2013 in Senate: Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, on behalf of Sen. (Prof.) Anyang’- Nyong’o, I beg to give notice of the following Motion:- THAT, given the role that Harambee (voluntary contributions) has played in the development of our nation since Independence; aware that the original intentions of Harambee have been adulterated over time through corruption, deceit, bribery and misuse of funds raised; recognizing that elected leaders are those most affected by Harambee invitations, thereby bearing the maximum burden of voluntary contributions for The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposes only. A certified version of this Report can be ... view
• 9 Jul 2013 in Senate: On a point of order, Mr. Speaker, Sir. view
• 9 Jul 2013 in Senate: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I am not complaining of being called a young woman; I actually represent the youth! view
• 9 Jul 2013 in Senate: Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, thank you for this opportunity. This is a good Motion calling for planned irrigation. I think we have heard enough contributions. Therefore, I will request that you call upon the Mover to reply. view
• 3 Jul 2013 in Senate: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir, for this opportunity. I actually wanted to contribute because every Senator has been touching on the youth and it is true drug and alcohol abuse--- view
• 3 Jul 2013 in Senate: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I beg to move that the Motion be amended by deleting all the words appearing immediately after the word “alcohol” in the sixth line and inserting the following words; “drugs and other substance abuse a national disaster”. 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