Uhuru Kenyatta. [Photo/Kenyans.co.ke]
President Uhuru Kenyatta has asked Parliament to enact laws that would ensure both national and county governments fully complied with the Access to Government Procurement Opportunities (AGPO) law that allocates 30 per cent of government procurement to the youth, women and people with disability.
President Kenyatta said Parliament should come with laws that would enable legislators to audit the two levels of governments to ensure the AGPO law is adhered to.
“You should ensure that the national government, parastatals and the 47 county governments abide by the law that requires 30 per cent of all government tenders and contracts are allocated to women, youth and persons with disabilities,” said the President.
President Kenyatta was speaking at State House, Nairobi, during a meeting with persons living with disabilities. The meeting was also attended by Deputy President William Ruto.
The President assured of the Jubilee Administration’s commitment to equity and inclusivity, saying the entrenchment of the AGPO law was a step towards empowering women, youth and persons with disabilities.
“Since coming to office, we have worked tirelessly to ensure an inclusive and equitable society where no Kenyan is left behind. This, I said, should be the corner stone of the Jubilee Government,” said President Kenyatta.
The Head of State encouraged persons with disabilities to be vocal and express their interests freely, saying Jubilee has been at the forefront in supporting their welfare and fully backed those who sought elective posts.
“You should now become vocal in expressing your needs and demanding your rights. We want to hear your voice coming out strongly, making sure you are not left behind,” said President Kenyatta.
He cited the example of Kajiado Women Rep Janet Teiyaa who was a nominated senator in the 11thParliament but now has been elected an elected MP.
“You now have good representation in Parliament. You have a minimum of four people who are doing a good job,” he added.