The Senate Standing Committee on Education has raised concerns over the level of support extended to Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) centres by the Kajiado County Government, citing gaps in learning materials, staffing, nutrition, infrastructure and implementation of approved programmes.

WHEREAS, Article 118(1)(b) of the Constitution of Kenya requires Parliament to facilitate public participation and involvement in the legislative and other business of Parliament and its Committees, and National Assembly Standing Order 127(3) requires House Committees considering Bills to facilitate public participation;

AND WHEREAS, the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bill No.35 of 2024) was read a First Time in the National Assembly on Tuesday, 31st March 2026, and referred to the Departmental Committee on Health for consideration and reporting to the House;