National Assembly · Afternoon Sitting

Members of the National Assembly debated a constitutional amendment to embed the NG‑CDF and NG‑AAF funds in the Constitution, arguing that this would secure development financing for schools and communities across Kenya. The discussion also covered the two‑thirds gender rule and the need for a Senate Oversight Fund, with speakers urging swift action to ensure equitable resource distribution and greater female representation. Overall, the tone was supportive of the amendments while highlighting implementation challenges. Members debated several constitutional amendments, including anchoring the NG‑CDF and Senate Oversight Fund, the creation of a Leader of the Official Opposition, and the two‑thirds gender rule, emphasizing the need to treat each issue separately. They also discussed procedural reforms such as allowing Cabinet Secretaries to answer questions in the House and improving the speed of parliamentary question handling. While there was agreement on the need for change, concerns about feasibility, constitutional limits, and political motivations created a mixed tone. Hon. Omboko Milemba highlighted several presidential proposals, notably entrenching the NG‑CDF and NG‑AAF in the Constitution and creating a Senate Oversight Fund, while stressing the unresolved two‑thirds gender rule and the need for decisive action. He criticised past failures to achieve gender parity, warned against fear of dissolution, and called for Cabinet Secretaries—especially the Treasury chief—to be summoned to Parliament for accountability. The speech blended frustration with constructive suggestions for procedural reforms and stronger oversight.