The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) has called for strict adherence to provisions of the Constitution in formulation of the new cabinet.<\/p>\n
In a statement, NGEC Chairperson Joyce Mutinda underscored the need for a meticulous vetting process by the National Assembly, insisting that only nominees who meet the requirements outlined in Chapter 6 on leadership and integrity should be approved.<\/p>\n
The commission, however, raised concerns over the gender composition of the current Cabinet nominations, highlighting its failure to include sufficient women and persons with disabilities.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe current nominations consist of 15 male and 6 female candidates. Including the President and Deputy President, who are both male, the total composition is 17 males and 6 females. This composition does not comply with Article 27(8) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, which stipulates that no more than two-thirds of the members of an appointive body should be of the same gender,\u201d stated Mutinda.<\/p>\n
To address the gender imbalance, the Commission recommended that women should fill the remaining positions of Attorney-General and one Cabinet Secretary, with at least one of the female candidates being a person with a disability.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe final composition would then be 17 males and 8 females, ensuring that no more than two-thirds of the members are of the same gender,\u201d said Mutinda.<\/p>\n
The commission acknowledged the nomination of Eric Muriithi Muuga, aged 32, as a progressive step towards fulfilling Article 55(b) of the Constitution which obligates the State to ensure youth representation and participation in governance and leadership.<\/p>\n
NGEC also noted the inclusion of members from marginalized communities in the list of nominees as a significant step towards ensuring that minorities and marginalized groups have special opportunities for access to employment.<\/p>\n
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