Getrude Musuruve Inimah

All parliamentary appearances

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• 3 Dec 2019 in Senate: countries worldwide and ratified – that is made legally binding - by 177 countries. State parties at the Convention recognized that disability is an evolving concept and that disability results from the interaction between persons with impairments and attitudinal and environmental barriers that hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. Mr. Speaker, Sir, the State parties saw the need of emphasizing the importance of mainstreaming disability issues as an integral part of relevant strategies of sustainable development. They recognized that discrimination against any person on the basis of disability was a violation of ... view
• 3 Dec 2019 in Senate: I want to congratulate Kenya for being among the first countries to ratify the Convention in May, 2008. At that time, the then Attorney-General of the Republic of Kenya, Hon. Githu Muigai, as well as a delegation of 25 members from relevant key stakeholders were in attendance. view
• 3 Dec 2019 in Senate: It is, indeed, a reality that from the time Kenya ratified the United Nations (UN) Convention on the Rights of PWDs, a number of positive steps have been made. Mr. Speaker, Sir, Article 54(1) of the Constitution of Kenya states that- “A person with any disability is entitled- (a) to be treated with dignity and respect and to be addressed and referred to in a manner that is not demeaning; (b) to access educational institutions and facilities for persons with disabilities that are integrated into society to the extent compatible with the interests of the person; (c) to reasonable access ... view
• 3 Dec 2019 in Senate: Article 54 (2) that seeks to guarantee 5 per cent representation of PWDs in elective and nomination positions. I encourage the President to continue with this process until Kenya realizes the constitutional requirement of 5 per cent. I take this opportunity to celebrate PWDs who have defied all odds and brought immense contribution to this country. The faces of Wanjiru the athlete; Mary Atieno and Reuben Kigame, the gospel singers; Hon. Ashura Michael who is a deaf Speaker at the EALA; Sen. (Dr.) Musuruve; Sen. (Dr.) Isaac Mwaura who has championed Albinism; Prof. Orwenjo, a leader and seasoned writer who ... view
• 3 Dec 2019 in Senate: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. As a country, we need to engage in an honorable behaviour and ensure that PWDs are brought on board in decision-making process. They are, indeed, like anyone else and have needs to be expressed. During the 2017 elections, there were counties that notably lacked representatives of PWDs. In some county assemblies, PWDs were represented by someone who was not disabled. This action flouts the UN Convention’s political, social and economic stand on PWDs. The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from ... view
• 3 Dec 2019 in Senate: Mr. Speaker, Sir, indeed, if the cyclic nature of maltreatment of PWDs and their generation is to come to a stop, Kenya must make a deliberate move to ensure that PWDs are productive members of the society. Political parties must be hawk-eyed in ensuring that they bring on board their PWDs. As the Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) national conversation is going on, all leaders must endeavor to bring on board women and youth living with disabilities in an inclusive process. Inclusion can never be complete if PWDs are not factored in. As we mark the day and the UN Convention ... view
• 28 Nov 2019 in Senate: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir, for giving me this opportunity to support this Motion. The Pan African Parliament is very important for us, especially because of issues of leaders engaging with one another. For instance, there are many pertinent issues that leaders can exchange through the PAP such as the issue of cooperation among Africans which we cannot ignore. As leaders interact with each other, they share so many ideas and as they do so, there is a lot of cooperation that goes on. Communicating is very important. Through that, you can borrow so much from each other. Even in ... view
• 28 Nov 2019 in Senate: The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor, Senate. view
• 28 Nov 2019 in Senate: As leaders engage each other, there are many conflicting issues which are either external or internal. It is possible for leaders to sit on a round table and discuss how to resolve conflicts. Leaders can help each other to resolve conflicts that they are familiar with. So, it is important to have delegations to such important forums so that they can bring home important points that will help our nation. Madam Temporary Speaker, I support this Motion. It was worthwhile for the delegation from Kenya to represent us. Thank you, for the opportunity. view
• 28 Nov 2019 in Senate: Thank you, Mr. Temporary Speaker Sir, for giving me this opportunity to support this Motion. I thank the delegation that represented Kenya at the UN Conference on Climate Change. Climate change is an issue that is affecting Africa as a whole, and we cannot ignore it. That is because climate change is a threat to food security; it causes both drought and floods, which are threats to food security. view