Eng. Nicholas Gumbo

All parliamentary appearances

Entries 1731 to 1740 of 3504.

• 18 Feb 2015 in National Assembly: that process must also be concluded within a time that makes it possible for us to transfer the use that is intended to the beneficiary. I have looked at this Bill in detail and I will just try to go through it quickly, because I am aware that at 5.30 we will have to adjourn to discuss a matter of national importance. I am glad that looking at Clause 2 on interpretations, we have brought the aspect of citizen contractors. This is important. I am a person who has held and who believes strongly that the fact that you are ... view
• 18 Feb 2015 in National Assembly: Hon. Temporary Deputy Speaker, on page 3255 of the Bill, we have a definition of “consultancy services.” It is interesting that whereas in the Bill “consultancy services” is defined as predominantly of intellectual technical and advisory nature, I am concerned that definition is not in tandem with the realities in our country. Kenya has numerous professional bodies. You are a member of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK). I am a member of Association of Consulting Engineers of Kenya (ACEK), the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) and a registered consultant. These are professional bodies of repute. It also looks ... view
• 18 Feb 2015 in National Assembly: privilege to attend a conference of engineers in Tanzania and I was pleasantly surprised as Member of Parliament. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that the total number of engineers in our country, Kenya, is more than twice the total number of engineers in Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda and Burundi combined. Clearly, we have made major strides in developing our professional services and the professionals have a role to play. The definition of “tender security” is important. We have many aspiring Kenyan business people especially the youth. Some of us standing in this House today started our professional outfits when we ... view
• 18 Feb 2015 in National Assembly: Yes, hon. Temporary Deputy Speaker. view
• 18 Feb 2015 in National Assembly: Yes, hon. Temporary Deputy Speaker. If you could just let me finish one last item on definition - it is just one - then I can finish. view
• 18 Feb 2015 in National Assembly: No problem; I am much obliged. view
• 18 Feb 2015 in National Assembly: How can it be 15? I have not even used five. view
• 18 Feb 2015 in National Assembly: He is trying to rig out my time. view
• 18 Feb 2015 in National Assembly: Hon. Temporary Deputy Speaker, my attendance in the House speaks for itself. view
• 18 Feb 2015 in National Assembly: Thank you. view