Wilber Ottichilo Khasilwa

All parliamentary appearances

Entries 1201 to 1210 of 1320.

• 3 Dec 2009 in National Assembly: Thank you, Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, for giving me this opportunity to make my contribution on the National Land Policy. First and foremost, I want to take this opportunity to thank the Minister, the Ministry and all those who were involved in the preparation of the National Land Policy. This Policy has taken too long. The process started in 2004 and it is in 2009 that this Policy is being brought to this House. I also note that the process that was involved in the formulation of this Policy was elaborate and all inclusive. I participated in this process. ... view
• 3 Dec 2009 in National Assembly: Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, environmental degradation is an issue that this country is suffering from. It is an issue of concern to every Kenyan. This Policy has taken the liberty to address this issue which is very important. Therefore, I congratulate those involved for including the issue of environmental conservation, which is so important, if we have to use our land sustainably for the present and future generation. Most of our legal frameworks on land are outdated. This Policy is proposing that we review and amend our legal frameworks on land. So, this will create an opportunity view
• 26 Nov 2009 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I would like to know from the Minister what long term programme they have for reforestation of water catchment areas in the country. This problem in Mt. Aberdares and Mt. Kenya is widespread in the whole country. What long term programme does the Government have for the rehabilitation of these areas? These areas include places like Ebusiekwe Hills and Maragoli Hills in Emuhaya and Vihiga respectively. view
• 25 Nov 2009 in National Assembly: On a point of order, Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir. You will note that we have contributed to this Bill and hon. Members are actually repeating themselves. Would I be in order to request that the Mover be now called upon to reply? view
• 25 Nov 2009 in National Assembly: No, Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir. view
• 24 Nov 2009 in National Assembly: asked the Minister for Public Health and Sanitation:- (a) what the current status of jigger infestation problem in Kenya is, and which areas are most affected; and, (b) what general measures, including policy, the Ministry has taken to address this problem in the country and in Emuhaya District in particular. view
• 24 Nov 2009 in National Assembly: Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, first of all, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Ministry for the comprehensive answer it has given, and for the programmes it has put in place to eradicate this problem. However, I would like to know what long-term programmes the Ministry has in place, or it contemplates to put in place, to address the jigger menace in the country and, particularly in the affected areas like Emuhaya Constituency? view
• 24 Nov 2009 in National Assembly: Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, what quantities of disinfectants and chemicals have been dispatched to Emuhaya District to control jiggers? view
• 9 Sep 2009 in National Assembly: Thank you, Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, for giving this opportunity to support this Bill. This is a very important Bill; it is a Bill that should have been brought to this House 46 years ago. Our Constitution gives provision for this Parliament to determine the number of Ministers that the Executive should appoint. But for many years, we have abdicated our role. So, I want to take this opportunity to thank the hon. Member for Turkana Central, Mr. Ethuro for bringing this Bill. I want to congratulate him for that. Secondly, I want to note that given that free ... view
• 8 Sep 2009 in National Assembly: asked the Minister for Medical Services:- (a) when he will post staff (clinical officers and nurses) and equip Ebusubi, Mumboha, Ebukanga, Emutsuli and Emusenjeli dispensaries which were constructed under the CDF program; and, (b) when he will also post clinical officers and nurses to Ebusiratsi, Ipali, Edwanda and Esiarambatsi health centers as well as Musitinyi Dispensary, which are understaffed? view