Senate committee recommends degree requirement for county assembly speakers
The movement advocating for educational qualifications for Speakers in Kenya's National Assembly and County Assemblies gains momentum as a Senate committee recommends the requirement of a degree for these positions.
The movement advocating for educational qualifications for Speakers in Kenya's National Assembly and County Assemblies gains momentum as a Senate committee recommends the requirement of a degree for these positions.
Simon Lenguiya, the complainant, highlights concerns about the lack of educational and professional knowledge necessary for speakers, prompting calls for amendments to include degree qualifications.
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The Senate Committee on Justice and Legal Affairs, led by Bomet Senator Hillary Sigei, supports the proposal, suggesting amendments to enforce degree qualifications for speakers. If accepted, this would mandate speakers in the three legislative bodies to hold degrees.
The committee proposes amendments to Article 106 (1) (a) of the Constitution and Section 21(1) of the Elections Act to distinguish educational requirements for speakers. Currently, the Constitution and election laws lack specificity regarding educational qualifications for these positions. The report emphasizes the importance of carefully considering qualifications for speakers, given their crucial role in the country's democratic system.
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