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Education in 11Th and 12Th Parliaments: Assessing Kenya’S Parliamentary 10-Year Legacy on the Actualization of the Right to Education
EDUCATION IN 11TH AND 12TH PARLIAMENTS: ASSESSING KENYA’S PARLIAMENTARY 10-YEAR LEGACY ON THE ACTUALIZATION OF THE RIGHT TO EDUCATION RESEARCH DONE BY MZALENDO TRUST FOR THE RELI EAST AFRICA PARTNERS WITH THE SUPPORT FROM THE REGIONAL LEARNING INITIATIVE (RELI AFRICA) Table of Contents LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS ........................................................................................................................ 4 CHAPTER ONE ............................................................................................................................................. 6 BACKGROUND INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................... 6 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ....................................................................................................................................... 6 SCOPE OF STUDY ............................................................................................................................................... 6 METHODOLOGY .................................................................................................................................................. 6 PURPOSE OF STUDY ........................................................................................................................................... 7 CHAPTER TWO ............................................................................................................................................ 7 SENATE LEGACY ON EDUCATION ......................................................................................................... -
Newspaper Visibility of Members of Parliament in Kenya*
Journalism and Mass Communication, ISSN 2160-6579 D July 2012, Vol. 2, No. 7, 717-734 DAVID PUBLISHING Newspaper Visibility of Members of Parliament in Kenya* Kioko Ireri Indiana University, Bloomington, USA This research investigates variables that predicted news coverage of 212 members of parliament (MPs) in Kenya by four national newspapers in 2009. The 10 variables examined are: ordinary MP, cabinet minister, powerful ministry, parliamentary committee chairmanship, seniority, big tribe identity, major party affiliation, presidential ambition, commenting on contentious issues, and criticizing government. Findings indicate that commenting on contentious issues, criticizing government, cabinet minister, ordinary MP, powerful ministry, and seniority significantly predicted visibility of the parliamentarians in newspaper news. However, a multiple regression analysis shows that the strongest predictors are commenting on contentious issues, cabinet minister, criticizing government, and big tribe identity. While commenting on controversial issues was the strongest predictor, major party identification and committee leadership were found not to predict MPs’ visibility. Keywords: Kenya, members of parliament (MPs), newspapers, newspaper visibility, politicians, visibility, visibility predictor Introduction Today, the mass media have become important platforms for the interaction of elected representatives and constituents. Through the mass media, citizens learn what their leaders are doing for them and the nation. Similarly, politicians use the media to make their agendas known to people. It is, thus, rare to come across elected leaders ignorant about the importance of registering their views, thoughts, or activities in the news media. In Kenya, members of parliament have not hesitated to exploit the power of the mass media to its fullest in their re-election bids and in other agendas beneficial to them. -
National Constitutional Conference Documents
NATIONAL CONSTITUTIONAL CONFERENCE DOCUMENTS THE REPORT OF THE RAPPORTEUR GENERAL TO THE NATIONAL CONSTITUTIONAL CONFERENCE ON ITS DELIBERATIONS BETWEEN AUGUST 18 – SEPTEMBER 26, 2003 AT THE BOMAS OF KENYA 17TH NOVEMBER, 2003 OUTLINE OF CONTENTS 1. Interruptions in Mortis Causae 2. The Scope of the Report 3. Issues Outstanding at the end of Bomas I 3.1 On devolution of powers 3.2 On Cultural Heritage 3.3 On affirmative action 4. Deliberations of Technical Working Committees 4.1 The Constitution of Technical Working Committees 4.2 The Operation of Technical Working Committees 5. The Roadmap to Bomas III Appendices A. National Constitutional Conference Process B. Membership of Technical Working Committees of the National Constitutional Conference C. Cross-cutting issues with transitional and consequential implications D. List of Individuals or Institutions providing input to Technical Working Committees during Bomas II E. Detailed process in Technical Working Committees F. Template for Interim and final Reports of Committees G. Template for Committee Reports to Steering Committee and Plenary of the Conference 1 THE REPORT OF THE RAPPORTEUR-GENERAL TO THE NATIONAL CONSTITUTIONAL CONFERENCE ON ITS DELIBERATIONS BETWEEN AUGUST 18 – SEPTEMBER 26, 2003 AT THE BOMAS OF KENYA 1. Interruptions in mortis causae 1. Twice during Bomas II, thel Conference was stunned by the sudden and untimely demise of two distinguished delegates, namely: - ° Delegate No.002, the late Hon. Kijana Michael Christopher Wamalwa, MP, Vice-President and Minister for Regional Development, and ° Delegate No. 412,the late Hon. Dr. Chrispine Odhiambo Mbai, Convenor of the Technical Working Committee G on Devolution. 2. Following the demise of the Vice-President in a London Hospital on August 25, 2003, H. -
Devolution Conference 23Rd - 27Th April 2018 Kakamega High School Kakamega County
THE FIFTH ANNUAL DEVOLUTION CONFERENCE 23RD - 27TH APRIL 2018 KAKAMEGA HIGH SCHOOL KAKAMEGA COUNTY “Sustainable, Productive, Effective and Efficient Governments for Results Delivery” Our Vision Prosperous and democratic Counties delivering services to every Kenyan. Our Mission To be a global benchmark of excellence in devolution that is non-partisan; providing a supporting pillar for County Government as a platform for consultation, information sharing, capacity building, performance management and dispute resolution. Our Values Our core values are: professionalism, independence, equality and equity, cooperation and being visionary. Our Motto 48 Governments, 1 Nation. THE FIFTH ANNUAL DEVOLUTION CONFERENCE 2018 | i A publication by: The Council of County Governors (COG) Delta Corner, 2nd Floor, Opp PWC Chiromo Road, Off Waiyaki Way P.O Box 40401 - 00100 Nairobi, Kenya Email: [email protected] Phone: +254 (020) 2403313/4 Mobile: +254729777281 http://www.cog.go.ke ©November 2018 The production of this report was supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) through the Agile and Harmonized Assistance for Devolved Institutions (AHADI) Program. The contents are the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of USAID or the United States Government. Contents Abbreviations v Foreword vii Statement By The Chairperson, Devolution Conference Steering Committee viii Acknowledgement ix Executive Summary xi 1.0 Introduction 1 1.1 Background 1 1.2 Conference Objectives 1 1.3 Opening Ceremony 2 -
Parliament of Kenya the Senate
February 11, 2016 SENATE DEBATES 1 PARLIAMENT OF KENYA THE SENATE THE HANSARD Thursday, 11th February, 2016 The House met at the Senate Chambers, Parliament Building, at 2.30 p.m. [The Speaker (Hon. Ethuro) in the Chair] PRAYERS PAPERS LAID Sen. Mutula Kilonzo Jnr: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I beg to lay the following Papers on the Table of the Senate today, Thursday 11th February, 2016:- ANNUAL REPORT ON THE STATE OF THE JUDICIARY Annual Report on the State of the Judiciary and Administration of Justice 2013/2014. END OF TERM REPORT BY THE CIC The end of term report by the Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution (Sen. Mutula Kilonzo Jnr. laid the documents on the Table) The Speaker (Hon. Ethuro): Let us move on to the next Order. (Sen. Mositet stood up in his place) Order, Sen. Mositet! You should have indicated interest much earlier. Proceed. Sen. Mositet: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I beg to lay the following Papers on the Table of the Senate today, Thursday 11th February, 2016:- Disclaimer: The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposes only. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor, Senate February 11, 2016 SENATE DEBATES 2 CRA RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE REVENUE SHARING FORMULA FOR THE 2017/2017 FINANCIAL YEAR Commission on Revenue Allocation Recommendation on the Sharing of Revenue raised nationally between the national and county governments for the Financial Year 2016/2017. COUNTY BUDGET IMPLEMENTATION REVIEW REPORT County Budget Implementation Review Report – First Quarter of the year 2015/2016. -
Tuesday, 13Th April, 2021 at 2.30 P.M
April 13, 2021 SENATE DEBATES 1 PARLIAMENT OF KENYA THE SENATE THE HANSARD Tuesday, 13th April, 2021 The House met at the Senate Chamber, Parliament Buildings, at 10.00 a.m. [The Speaker (Hon. Lusaka) in the Chair] PRAYER ADMINISTRATION OF OATH (The Senator-Elect for Garissa County entered the Chamber escorted by the Senate Minority Leader (Sen. Orengo) and Sen. Dullo) The Senate Minority Leader (Sen. Orengo): Hon. Speaker, it is my pleasure and privilege to introduce to you and the Senate, the Senator-Elect for Garissa County, Haji Abdulkadir Mohamed, of the Jubilee Party. The Speaker (Hon. Lusaka): Welcome for the swearing-in. The Oath of Allegiance was administered to the following Senator: Sen. Haji Abdulkadir Mohamed. (Applause) (Sen. Haji Abdulkadir Mohamed approached the Bar, bowed to the Chair and took his seat) The Speaker (Hon. Lusaka): You may now take your seats, including the new Senator. (Hon. Senators took their seats) Next Order. POINT OF ORDER CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NEW SENATOR FOR GARISSA COUNTY Sen. Khaniri: On a point of order! Disclaimer: The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposes only. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor, Senate. April 13, 2021 SENATE DEBATES 2 The Speaker (Hon. Lusaka): I see there is interest. As is our tradition, Senators would like to congratulate the new Senator in the Chamber. Proceed, Sen. George Khaniri. Sen. Khaniri: Mr. Speaker, Sir, are you giving me an opportunity to raise my point of order or to contribute? The Speaker (Hon. Lusaka): I saw that you logged in. -
Statements Tracker As at 05.08.2021 Page 1
REPUBLIC OF KENYA TWELFTH PARLIAMENT THE SENATE STATEMENTS TRACKER This Tracker provides an overview and status of all Statements made or requested by Senators w.e.f 11th September 2018 NO STATEMENT BY SUBJECT DATE OF COMMITTEE REFERRED TO DATE REMARKS REQUEST/ REPORTED BY ISSUE THE COMMITTEE Statements made pursuant to S.O. 47 (1) 1. Passing on of H.E. Kofi Annan, former 11.09.2018 N/A N/A Sen. Moses Wetang’ula UN SG 2. Oversight role of the Senate/Senators 11.09.2018 N/A N/A Sen. Fatuma Dullo vis-à-vis County Governments 3. Sen. Naomi Waqo Murder of Ms. Sharon Otieno 13.09.2018 N/A N/A 4. Sen. Johnson Sakaja State of Pumwani Maternity Hospital 18.09.2018 N/A N/A 5. Sen. Irungu Kang’ata Danger posed to society by hyper- 27.09.2018 N/A N/A liberalism jurisprudence of Kenyan courts 6. Sen. Irungu Kang’ata Management wrangles in the water 04.10.2018 N/A N/A sector in Murang’a County. 7. Sen. Mercy Chebeni on 09.10.2018 N/A N/A World Mental Health Day to be behalf of Sen. (Arch.) observed on 10th October, 2018. Sylvia Kasanga 8. Sen. George Khaniri High cost of living in the country and 11.10.2018 N/A N/A the general mismanagement of the economy. 9. Sen. (Dr.) Agnes Zani Election of Sen. Susan Kihika as the 23. 10. 2018 N/A N/A President of the Inter- Parliamentary Union (IPU) Forum of Women Parliamentarians Statements Tracker as at 05.08.2021 Page 1 NO STATEMENT BY SUBJECT DATE OF COMMITTEE REFERRED TO DATE REPORTED REMARKS REQUEST/ISSUE BY THE COMMITTEE 10. -
2020 Parliament 9B
Legislating in a Pandemic: THE Parliamentary Scorecard WHAT IS YOUR ROLE ROLE OF THE MEMBER AS A CITIZEN? OF PARLIAMENT Since Members of Parliament work by the power The Constitution provides thve following to be of the citizens, Kenyans have a responsibility to the job of your Member of Parliament: ensure MPs fulfill their duty. Kenyans can: 1. Represent you and fellow Kenyans, including 1. Ask for information from MPs; special groups, in the constituencies; 2. Contribute your experience, ideas and views 2. Discuss issues that concern you; during the lawmaking and budget making processes; 3. Make national laws; 3. Using your right to recall, you can initiate a 4. Discuss about tax payers money and decide process to fire your Member of Parliament for how much the national and county non-performance or failing to obey the government, including state organs will get; Constitution; 5. Keenly monitor the President and Deputy 4. Go to court and challenge decisions made in President and other state officials and Parliament, if such decisions are not aligned ensure that they respect and implement the to the Constitution; Constitution; 5. Petition Parliament to revise, remove or 6. Start a process of removing the President, develop any law for the best interest of your Deputy President and other state organs community; from office if they fail to respect the Constitution; 6. Take an interest in how your Member of Parliament is spending the National 7. Checks on how the Cabinet and Ministries Government Constituencies Development spend money and ensure our money is Fund and the National Government spent properly Affirmative Action Development Fund. -
National Assembly
March 15, 2016 PARLIAMENTARY DEBATES 1 NATIONAL ASSEMBLY OFFICIAL REPORT Tuesday, 15th March, 2016 The House met at 2.30 p.m. [The Speaker (Hon. Muturi) in the Chair] PRAYERS ADMINISTRATION OF OATH The Oath of Allegiance was administered to the following Member:- Mr. Mtengo William Baraka. (Applause) Hon. Speaker: Order, Hon. Members! I think it is fair that you congratulate Hon. Mtengo. While doing so, we must also observe decorum. Allow me to recognise the following special guests who are seated in the Speaker’s Row and the Speaker’s Gallery: - Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, former Prime Minister of the Republic of Kenya; Hon Amason J. Kingi, Governor of Kilifi County; Hon Ali Hassan Joho, Governor of Mombasa County; several Senators including Senators Moses Wetangula, George Khaniri, James Orengo, Johnson Muthama, Bonny Khalwale and Prof. Peter Anyang’-Nyong’o among others. You agree with me that rarely do we, in the National Assembly, have governors visiting this side of the House. Please join me in welcoming them to the National Assembly. Thank you. COMMUNICATION FROM THE CHAIR DISORDERLY CONDUCT (Several Hon. Members walked into the Chamber) Hon. Speaker: Hon. Members making their way into the Chamber, please do so quickly. Hon. Members, you will recall that on Tuesday, 1st March,2016, the Member for Cherangany, Hon. Wesley Korir stood on a point of order during consideration of the Motion resolving to hold sittings on Thursday mornings for purposes of considering Bills that have constitutional timelines. In his discourse, the Hon. Member informed the House on the urgency of the anti-doping legislation which as per international accords with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) ought to be passed by 5th April, 2016. -
The Senate Motions Tracker As at 01.12.2016 1
PARLIAMENT OF KENYA THE SENATE MOTIONS TRACKER – FOURTH SESSION, 2016 AFFECTS/ DATES NOTICE SECONDER DOES NOT DEBATED No SUBJECT OF PROPOSER DIVISION REMARKS AFFECT AND MOTION COUNTIES CONCLUDED THAT, pursuant to Standing Order 176(1), the Senate approves the following Senators to be Members of the Rules and Business Committee:- 1. Sen. David Ekwee Ethuro - Speaker of the Senate - Chairperson 2. Sen.(Prof.) Kithure Kindiki - Senate Majority Leader 3. Sen. Moses MasikaWetang’ula - Senate Minority Adopted without Leader Senate Senate Does not Tuesday, Tuesday, amendment 1. 4. Sen. Beatrice Elachi – Senate Majority Whip Majority Minority affect - 09.02.16 09.02.16 s on 5. Sen. Johnson NduyaMuthama – Senate Minority Leader Leader counties Whip Tuesday, 6. Sen. Onesmus Kipchumba Murkomen 09.02.16 7. Sen. Beth Mugo 8. Sen. KiraituMurungi 9. Sen. (Prof.) John Lonyangapuo 10. Sen. James Orengo 11. Sen. Janet Ong’era 12. Sen. (Dr.) Agnes Zani THAT, pursuant to Standing Order 16, the Senate Adopted approves the nomination of Senator Stephen Sang to Deputy without replace Senator Kipchumba Murkomen as a member of Senate Does not Wednesday, Senate Thursday, amendment 2. the Chairpersons Panel and to further preside over the Majority affect - 10.02.16 Minority 11.02.16 s on Senate in the absence of the Speaker and the Deputy Leader counties Leader Thursday, Speaker pursuant to Article 107(1)(c) of the Constitution 11.02.16 and Standing Order 18 of the Senate. Deputy THAT, pursuant to Standing Order Nos. 177(3) Senate Does not Adopted Wednesday, Senate Thursday, 3. &179(1), the Senate approves the nomination of Sen. -
6Thannual Devolution Conference Report 2019
THEME: “Deliver. Transform. Measure. Remaining Accountable” 4th to 8th March, 2019 Kirinyaga University, Kirinyaga County 6thAnnual Devolution Conference Report 2019 6th Annual Devolution Conference Report 2019 1 Table of Contents Abbreviations and Acronyms 7 Foreword 8 Acknowledgements 9 Executive Summary 10 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION, PRE-CONFERENCE ACTIVITIES AND OPENING REMARKS 11 1.1 Introduction 11 1.2 Pre-conference Activities 11 1.3 Opening Remarks 12 1.3.1 Chief Guest Speech: H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta, CGH, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander in Chief of the Kenya Defense Forces 12 1.3.2 H.E. Dr. William Ruto, EGH, EBS, Deputy President, Republic of Kenya 14 1.3.3 Rt. Hon. (Eng). Raila Odinga, EGH. AU High Representative for Infrastructure Development in Africa 14 1.3.4 Hon. FCPA. Wycliffe Ambetsa Oparanya, EGH, CGJ, Governor, Kakamega County and Chairman, CoG 15 1.3.5 Rt. Hon. Kenneth Lusaka, EGH, MP, Speaker of the Senate 16 1.3.6 Hon. Eugene Wamalwa, EGH, Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Devolution & ASALs 16 1.3.7 Governor Mwangi Wa Iria, Muranga County and Vice Chair CoG 17 1.3.8 Host Governor Ann Waiguru, EGH, OGW, Kirinyaga County 19 1.3.9 Sen. Kipchumba Murkomen, EGH, MP, Majority Leader, Senate 19 1.3.10 Sen. SC. James Orengo, EGH, MP, Minority Leader, Senate 20 1.3.11 Host Senator, Sen. Charles Kibiru, Kirinyaga County 20 1.3.12 Hon. Mr. Justice William Ouko, President, Court of Appeal 20 1.3.13 Hon. Johnson Osoi, MBS,Chairman, County Assemblies Forum 21 1.3.14 H.E. -
Statements Tracker As at 01.12.2020 Page 1
REPUBLIC OF KENYA TWELFTH PARLIAMENT THE SENATE STATEMENTS TRACKER This Tracker provides an overview and status of all Statements made or requested by Senators w.e.f 11th September 2018 NO STATEMENT BY SUBJECT DATE OF COMMITTEE REFERRED TO DATE REMARKS REQUEST/ REPORTED BY ISSUE THE COMMITTEE Statements made pursuant to S.O. 47 (1) 1. Passing on of H.E. Kofi Annan, former 11.09.2018 N/A N/A Sen. Moses Wetang’ula UN SG 2. Oversight role of the Senate/Senators 11.09.2018 N/A N/A Sen. Fatuma Dullo vis-à-vis County Governments 3. Sen. Naomi Waqo Murder of Ms. Sharon Otieno 13.09.2018 N/A N/A 4. Sen. Johnson Sakaja State of Pumwani Maternity Hospital 18.09.2018 N/A N/A 5. Sen. Irungu Kang’ata Danger posed to society by hyper- 27.09.2018 N/A N/A liberalism jurisprudence of Kenyan courts 6. Sen. Irungu Kang’ata Management wrangles in the water 04.10.2018 N/A N/A sector in Murang’a County. 7. Sen. Mercy Chebeni on 09.10.2018 N/A N/A World Mental Health Day to be behalf of Sen. (Arch.) observed on 10th October, 2018. Sylvia Kasanga 8. Sen. George Khaniri High cost of living in the country and 11.10.2018 N/A N/A the general mismanagement of the economy. 9. Sen. (Dr.) Agnes Zani Election of Sen. Susan Kihika as the 23. 10. 2018 N/A N/A President of the Inter- Parliamentary Union (IPU) Forum of Women Parliamentarians Statements Tracker as at 01.12.2020 Page 1 NO STATEMENT BY SUBJECT DATE OF COMMITTEE REFERRED TO DATE REPORTED REMARKS REQUEST/ISSUE BY THE COMMITTEE 10.