National Assembly · Morning Sitting

Hon. Martha Wangari highlighted the alarming rise in gender‑based violence, condemning inadequate government response, lack of DNA testing facilities, lenient bail practices and ineffective gender desks in police stations, urging stronger judicial and economic interventions. Hon. (Dr) John Mutunga then reflected on the President’s address, questioning Kenya’s adherence to constitutional values, national unity, devolution outcomes and equitable resource distribution. Both speakers called for concrete actions to translate policy into tangible benefits for citizens. Hon. George Murugara praised the President's address, highlighting improvements in the judiciary, economy, agriculture and the rollout of Universal Health Care, while also noting challenges such as abductions, extrajudicial killings, taxation concerns and corruption. Hon. Beatrice Elachi echoed the positive outlook but called for action on food security, health insurance registration, and urgent measures against gender‑based violence. The debate combined commendation of progress with calls for stronger enforcement and accountability. Members of the National Assembly praised the President’s State of the Nation Address, highlighting decisions such as cancelling the Adani deal, hiring 20,000 junior secondary teachers, and launching affordable housing and sports academies. At the same time, they raised concerns about implementation, the need for transparent data on diaspora employment, challenges in the sugar sector, lingering corruption and cost‑of‑living issues, and called for better monitoring of promised programmes.