Methu John Muhia

All parliamentary appearances

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• 20 Mar 2025 in Senate: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I seek your indulgence because I have four statements. I would like to read them at a go. view
• 20 Mar 2025 in Senate: Mr. Speaker, Sir, this is a request for a statement on inequitable distribution of fertilizer by the National Cereals and Produce Board. Mr. Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1) to seek a statement from the Committee on Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries regarding the inequitable distribution of fertilizer in the highland regions of Kenya, as reflected in the latest report from the National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) on fertilizer dispatch as of 11th March, 2025. The highland regions of Kenya, known for their high agricultural productivity, rely heavily on fertilizer to sustain food security and economic growth. ... view
• 20 Mar 2025 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 Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate. view
• 20 Mar 2025 in Senate: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Education regarding the continued delay in the disbursement of Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) funds, which has left thousands of university students stranded and unable to meet their basic needs. Despite assurances from the Government that HELB funds would be disbursed by Friday 15th March, 2025, many students are yet to receive their financial aid. Students require immediate and tangible action, not verbal commitments that do not translate into actual disbursements. The failure to release funds in a timely manner has ... view
• 20 Mar 2025 in Senate: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I rise, pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Trade, Industrialization and Tourism regarding the culpability of the management of the Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (KUSCCO) following financial losses suffered by Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (SACCOs) in Kenya. This matter is of national concern and it has shaken the confidence of many Kenyans in the SACCO sector, which for a long time has been a safe haven for members' hard-earned savings. Therefore, this management must be queried and those responsible must face the full force ... view
• 20 Mar 2025 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 Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate. view
• 20 Mar 2025 in Senate: (1) The extent of financial loss incurred by SACCOs across the country, and particularly, Tower SACCO and Muki SACCO, both SACCOs in Nyandarua County due to investment linked to KUSCCO. (2) The culpability of KUSCCO directors and senior management in the mismanagement of SACCO funds, including whether they acted negligently or fraudulently in handling investments. (3) The specific steps being undertaken to hold KUSCCO directors accountable, including criminal investigation, potential asset seizures, and legal actions to recover lost funds. view
• 20 Mar 2025 in Senate: Thank you for your protection, Mr. Speaker, Sir. I see my colleagues are excited that I am now very busy. I am no longer a Chairman, so I have a lot of time. Mr. Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Finance and Budget regarding the rapid increase in Kenya's public debt and its implications for the economic stability, financial sustainability and service delivery. Kenya's total public and publicly guaranteed debt has surged to Kshs11.02 trillion as of January, 2025, accounting for 65.7 per cent of the Gross Domestic ... view
• 20 Mar 2025 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 Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate. view
• 20 Mar 2025 in Senate: (4) The Government's plan to manage debt servicing obligations, including the steps being taken to renegotiate payment terms with major creditors such as China and multilateral lenders. (5) The impact of rising public debt on critical Government services, including education, healthcare and infrastructure, and whether there are plans to mitigate the economic burden of debt repayment on citizens. (6) The accountability mechanisms in place to curb reckless borrowing and ensure that all borrowed funds are utilised transparently, efficiently and in line with national development priorities. view