The National Assembly has approved Beatrice Askul Moe for appointment as CS for East African Community Affairs and Regional Development, and Dorcas Agik Odhong Oduor as Attorney General.
It follows the House's adoption and approval of a special motion tabled by the Committee on Appointments, chaired by Speaker Moses Wetang'ula.
While moving the motion on Wednesday afternoon, the Leader of the Minority Party, Junet Mohamed, stated that the President's nomination of the two women to the Cabinet shows women are key and integral to the country's leadership.
“Without any fear of contradiction, I can attest that these are real examples of women who can lead this country to prosperity. They are distinguished women, who have prospered in their respective careers. I am indeed convinced that they are women who can lead this country,” said Mohamed.
“The Nomination of Beatrice Askul Moe and Dorcas Agik Odhong Oduor also demonstrates that women from minorities and marginalised communities can also be leaders in the country."
Seconding the motion, Deputy Leader of the Majority Party, Owen Baya, expressed gratitude to Kenyans who participated in the approval hearings of the two nominees through the submission of memoranda and affidavits.
He noted that this process has contributed to the growth of democracy and constitutionalism in the country.
Addressing critics who have previously alleged that the Committee on Appointments disregarded the content of affidavits and memoranda, Baya emphasised that public participation was thorough.
He asked Askul to strive to be Kenya's top diplomat within East Africa and to serve as the essential link between regional governments and the national government.
“In Beatrice Askul Moe, we have the right candidate for the job. Her primary duty is to serve all Kenyans, regardless of their background. I urge this House to approve the motion for her appointment as Cabinet Secretary in the Republic of Kenya,” he said.
He also urged the Attorney General nominee to be someone the Head of State can rely on for sound legal advice.
