Maanzo Daniel Kitonga

All parliamentary appearances

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• 28 Mar 2023 in Senate: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. I rise to support this Statement. There has been a serious problem in the counties. There has been delay of monies which has not been properly explained at the Council of Governors (CoGs). Nevertheless, there have been good promises that the monies would be sent to counties. Mr. Speaker, Sir, when the salaries of counties are not paid on time, we run the risk of not motivating workers to do their job of devolution well. Remember, devolution is why we are here. It is a very serious matter. I am keen to represent the people ... view
• 28 Mar 2023 in Senate: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I am a Member of the Committee on Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries. There is a law proposed by the Chairman touching on macadamia and other nuts which came to our committee today. The Bill will be taken for publication and eventually public participation. We realised that unless you have the permission of the Cabinet Secretary (CS), you cannot market nuts outside the country. This has caused cartels because getting permission is a serious problem. Today I requested our secretariat to do a little bit of research on the wisdom behind Section 43 of the Agriculture, Fisheries and ... view
• 28 Mar 2023 in Senate: I second. view
• 22 Mar 2023 in Senate: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir, for giving me an opportunity to welcome the team from Makueni County Assembly to the Senate. I also welcome the team from Namibia. view
• 22 Mar 2023 in Senate: A few years ago, I visited Namibia and we were treated very well. There is a very good example of water recycling. Therefore, we look forward to interact with them and learn more. There is a very good history between Namibia and Kenya in relation to the struggle for independence. view
• 22 Mar 2023 in Senate: I met part of the team from Makueni County this morning when they attended committee proceedings in the Committee of Delegated Legislation. They are really learning. I believe that when they go back to their county, they will be able to copy and implement what they have seen the practice here in Senate from the different departments. We look forward to more counties coming here to learn so that the Senate become a very good template for county assemblies. I look forward to interacting with them farther and make them learn more so that they can make the County Assembly ... view
• 22 Mar 2023 in Senate: I thank you. view
• 15 Mar 2023 in Senate: Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I would like us to have a look at Standing Order No.123 which originates from Standing Order No.122 and somehow puts a procedure. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, under Standing Order No.123, the power rests with you. The Standing Orders assume that you already heard a hearing and made an observation and a ruling by yourself. Lastly, that particular power of delay in any way under Standing Order No.123 purely rests on you. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I want to plead with you, having noticed that this House has degenerated into something else I did not expect. ... view
• 15 Mar 2023 in Senate: , I plead with you. Under Standing Order No.123, the decision rests with you. Having had a worst experience, it will be remembered that we placed a case for apology and sought for forgiveness, and it was granted and goodness prevailed. I plead with you that that power rests with you. Having listened to us, you should look at it in a way that will bring harmony to the House. Look at it in terms of prosperity. Seasoned Members will engage the new ones, so that matters like these do not arise. I thank you. view
• 15 Mar 2023 in Senate: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir, for giving me an opportunity to comment on this important matter. Climate change is a very serious matter in the country and many of us believe in it. Personally, I do. That is why you see the rains have delayed. view