National Assembly · Morning Sitting
Wednesday, 19 April 2023
The Committee, led by Hon. Kibet Komingoi, rejected the NTSA Amendment Bill, arguing that existing legislation already covers the issues and that the problem lies in poor implementation and enforcement. Hon. Rachael Nyamai supported the Bill, highlighting the need for comprehensive regulation of the bodaboda sector, including rider licensing, registration, safety measures, and protection against financial exploitation and crime. The debate reflected both criticism of current enforcement gaps and constructive proposals for improved oversight. Members debated a motion to regulate the betting and gaming industry, citing concerns over youth addiction, family breakdown, and the sector’s economic impact. An amendment was moved to strengthen language and assign clearer responsibility to the Ministry of Interior and the Betting Control and Licensing Board, with support and a seconding from other members. Hon. Simon King’ara highlighted the significant economic contribution of the bodaboda and tuktuk sectors while warning of rising accidents and illicit use, urging the government to introduce licensing, number‑plate identification and vocational training. Hon. Julius Mawathe backed the National Transport and Safety Authority Amendment Bill, calling for stricter helmet enforcement, rider licensing and a financing scheme to support youth operators. The debate centered on balancing safety regulation with the sector’s livelihood role.
Hon Members, I direct that the Bell be rung for another ten minutes.
[(The Quorum Bell was rung)]
Serjeant-at-Arms, I direct that you ring the Quorum Bell for another five minutes.
[(The Quorum Bell was rung)]
Serjeant-at-Arms, you may stop the Quorum Bell. We are ready to begin. Next Order.
Thank you, Hon. Deputy Speaker. I beg to lay the following Papers on the Table:
Hon. Members, I wish to recognise the presence of Matungulu Girls School from Matungulu Constituency, Machakos County, seated at the Public Gallery.
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purchase and rates have not been implemented; deeply concerned that Kenya Power has in the past procured a larger quantity of power from the IPPs at a greater cost, rather than from KenGen, leading to higher cost of power; cognizant of the fact that there is need to put in place policies, strategies and regulatory measures for better planning to moderate the cost of electricity and enable access t…
Hon. Members, this Bill is sponsored by Hon. Didmus Barasa, who has written to the Hon. Speaker to defer this Order to the next Sitting. Therefore, we will defer it.
Next Order.
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