ODM nominated Senator Hamida Kibwana has sought a statement from the Committee on Education regarding the lack of a dedicated prayer facility for Muslim students at Moi Girls High School, Kibra Constituency in Nairobi City County, despite Christian students having a designated space for fellowships.
“Mr, Speaker, this issue raises concerns about religious inclusivity and equity in public institutions in the country. It is important to ensure that all students, regardless of their faith, have equal access to facilities that support their religious practices, as guaranteed by the Constitution” she stated.
The Committee has been tasked to report on the steps the Ministry of Education is taking to provide Muslim students at Moi Girls High School in Kibra Constituency with a dedicated prayer room, similar to the facility available for Christian students.
Hamida also wants the committee to clarify the Ministry’s policy on ensuring religious inclusivity and equal access to facilities for students of all faiths in public schools across the country. The committee should also provide a timeframe within which the Ministry will address this issue and ensure that Muslim students have a proper space for prayer and religious activities at the school.
The Lawmaker is seeking a Statement from the Committee on Health regarding the deplorable state of healthcare services at Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital in Nairobi County.
The Senator stated that this situation raises serious concerns about patients’ dignity, safety, and well-being relying on the hospital for essential maternal and general healthcare services. It also highlights broader issues of inadequate healthcare infrastructure and staffing at the facility, which falls under the responsibility of the County Government of Nairobi.
In the Statement, the Committee should report on the extent of overcrowding and the strain on facilities at Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital, and provide a report on the noted constraints to service provision to Kenyans.
The committee should further outline the measures being taken by the County Government of Nairobi to
address the overcrowding, including immediate interventions and long-term plans to improve healthcare infrastructure and services at the hospital. Finally, the legislator wants the committee to clarify the steps being taken to ensure that patients are not unfairly charged for services they are unable to access due to current constraints; and recommend measures the National Government, through the Ministry of Health, can support the County Government in improving service delivery at Mama Lucy Hospital
