𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗴’𝘂𝗹𝗮 A𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗲 𝘁𝗼 T𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗲 𝗡𝗚-𝗔𝗔𝗙 D𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘀
Speaker Moses Masika Wetang’ula, E.G.H,MP has directed the Departmental Committee on Social Protection to address pressing issues concerning the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NG-AAF), specifically the persistent delays in fund disbursement.
Speaker Wetang’ula emphasized that all matters related to NGAAF, including questions, grievances, and complaints, will now be under the purview of the Social Protection Committee.
He stated, “I hereby direct the Departmental Committee on Social Protection to handle all NGAAF-related matters moving forward. This fund serves a crucial social purpose, and any issues pertaining to NGAAF should be directed to this Committee.”
“Any concerns or queries related to NGAAF should now be directed to this Committee.” He reiterated.
Moreover, the Speaker instructed Leader of the Majority Party Hon. Kimani Ichungwah (Kikuyu) to liaise with the Committee and inform the 47 NGAAF beneficiaries that henceforth, the Committee will be their primary point of contact.
This decision followed a plea from Kirinyaga County MP, Njeri Maina, who emphasized the necessity of establishing a dedicated committee to handle NG-AAF matters in a structured manner.
Hon. Njeri expressed concern over the absence of a proper follow-up mechanism for NGAAF, unlike the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF), which has a Select Committee dedicated to its oversight.
“While acknowledging the Deputy Speaker’s efforts in tracking NG-AAF matters, it is imperative to formally establish a committee dedicated to handling NG-AAF matters,” she urged.
The National Government Affirmative Action Fund was established with the primary goal of empowering women, youth, and persons with disabilities through financial support for various county-level projects and initiatives.
NG-AAF plays a vital role in enabling beneficiaries to initiate or expand their businesses, ultimately improving their socio-economic well-being.
However, NG-AAF has faced financial constraints that have hindered its ability to effectively implement its programs and reach its intended beneficiaries. This has led to concerns and frustrations among those eagerly awaiting these funds.
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