Raphael Muriungi

All parliamentary appearances

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• 11 Sep 2007 in National Assembly: Mr. Temporary Deputy Chairman, Sir, may I thank hon. Members for the support they have given to this Ministry. We definitely could not have performed so well without the support of everybody. There has been a tremendous growth of local tourism. I commend Kenyans for promoting their own products. We cannot entirely rely on foreigners, especially during the low season. Today, we are not suffering from the low season because Kenyans are filling that gap. Mr. Temporary Deputy Chairman, Sir, several issues were raised concerning our hotel capacity. That is a challenge which we are trying to address. I would ... view
• 14 Aug 2007 in National Assembly: Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, I wish to thank the Minister for a job well done. However, I wish to point out that the contractors are on a collision course with the Ministry of Roads and Public Works because sometimes they are putting their poles right on the roads instead of using the road reserves. So, let them rectify that anomaly. view
• 12 Jul 2007 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I beg to reply. (a) I am aware that the rhino horn trophies disappeared from Meru National Park on 17th February, 2007. The State has charged two Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) staff with theft under Section 281 of the Penal Code, Cap.63, Laws of Kenya. The case No.C/R 471/185/07-CF 259/07 was heard in Meru Court on 4th July, 2007. The prosecutor applied for an adjournment and the case is listed for hearing again on 1st August, 2007. (b) The two officers who are currently on suspension were released on a cash bail of Kshs50,000 each. Investigations are ... view
• 12 Jul 2007 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I appreciate the seriousness of this incident. Incidentally, this area where the Meru National Park is found, is shared by Mr. Maore and I although, this is a national issue. I tried to call the senior warden this afternoon. Unfortunately, he could not give me more information than there is on this written answer. So, I think the hon. Member will have to bear with us as investigations continue. We will also wait for the outcome of the hearing on 1st August which is less than three weeks away. view
• 12 Jul 2007 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I think Capt. Nakitare is very aware of the role that Kenya is playing towards eradication of hunting of animals like rhinos. Recently, we led the world July 12, 2007 PARLIAMENTARY DEBATES 2475 in condemning these incidents at the Hague. The Wildlife Act, which is being prepared, is addressing these issues on how we shall dispose of the game trophies and other proceeds from our heritage in our game parks. This issue will be addressed in the law which is under preparation. view
• 12 Jul 2007 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I agree that punishing these KWS staff is not enough because the value of the trophies in question is very high. I tried to call the senior warden personally this afternoon. Unfortunately, he could not tell me whether the trophies have been recovered or not because he insisted that this matter is before court. I will pursue the case further to ensure that these trophies are recovered. view
• 12 Jul 2007 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I believe that prosecutors serve through courts. Since the prosecutor was asking even for another day for the listing of this case, definitely this case is in the Meru Court. I undertake to pursue this case personally by visiting this warden and get further information. view
• 12 Jul 2007 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I beg to reply. (a) Yes, I am aware that Mr. Athanus Kivuva was mauled and killed by a crocodile in 1996. The next of kin were traced by the Chief Warden at Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park. The compensation claim forms were filled and deliberated by the District Wildlife Compensation 2478 PARLIAMENTARY DEBATES July 12,2006 Committee on 19th December, 2006. (b) The claim was approved for payment by the Ministerial Compensation Committee on 28th February this year. (c) The claim will be paid this financial year to his wife, Angelina Kivuva. view
• 12 Jul 2007 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, for the time being, the compensation is Kshs200,000. That is the current compensation rate. view
• 12 Jul 2007 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, the new wildlife policy is taking into consideration the value of human life. Therefore, the issues of sufficient and timely compensation have been addressed in the new policy. This new policy will be brought to this House later. view