A niece of the late Robert Ouko, she was interested in politics in 1992. She recalls how she realized where her fate was in 1990s, when she followed her family discussions on political developments in the country. She used to follow keenly political activists like Paul Muite and James Orengo since she had an interest in people’s rights and justice. She gained experience in developing a solid manifesto and campaign structure during the campaigns of her husband Eric Nyamunga, former Nyando MP. In her manifesto, she promised economic empowerment for the youth and women, adult education for women, mentorship for girls and sports opportunities in the county.
23 Feb 2022 in Senate:
Let us proceed to Order No.16. Senate Majority Leader, please, proceed.
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23 Feb 2022 in Senate:
Proceed, Sen. Murkomen.
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23 Feb 2022 in Senate:
Sen. Cherargei, proceed
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22 Feb 2022 in Senate:
Hon. Senators, I have a Communication. Hon. Senators, it is with a heavy heart that I convey the news of the passing of Dr. Wilfred Machage, Kenya’s High Commissioner to Nigeria and the former Senator for Migori County. The late Sen. (Dr.) Wilfred Machage passed away in Abuja, Nigeria on Saturday, 19th February, 2022, after a short illness, at the age of 65. He was born on 10th August, 1956. The late Sen. (Dr.) Machage attended Taranganya Secondary School for his O- level certificate and Chavakali High School for his A- level certificate. He later pursued a career in the ...
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22 Feb 2022 in Senate:
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22 Feb 2022 in Senate:
Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Health. Under his stewardship, the Health Bill of 2015 was passed into law. The late Sen. (Dr.) Machage was an astute, humorous, humble and distinguished leader. As a Member of the Speaker’s Panel, he was steadfast and a stickler to the Standing Orders and parliamentary practice. He possessed impeccable passion for public service and devotion not only to the people of Migori County, but this nation, Kenya, whenever he was called upon to do so. He will be remembered for relentlessly advocating for the rights of minority groups and especially the Kuria People. In ...
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22 Feb 2022 in Senate:
Hon. Senators, today, we mourn the death of a patriot, colleague, and a friend. We have indeed lost an honourable man, a public servant, a selfless leader, and a national statesman. On behalf of the Senate and on my own behalf, I take this opportunity to condole with the family of the late Sen. (Dr.) Wilfred Gisuka Machage, the people of Migori County, the diplomatic corps and all his friends in this most difficult time. Hon. Senators, in honour of our departed former colleague, I request that we stand and observe a moment of silence.
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22 Feb 2022 in Senate:
I thank you. I can see a lot of interest from those who want to eulogize the former Senator. The first opportunity is for Sen. Kang’ata.
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22 Feb 2022 in Senate:
Sen. Kwamboka, please, proceed.
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