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    "id": 806280,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Malalah",
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        "legal_name": "Cleophas Wakhungu Malalah",
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    "content": "Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir, I stand to make a Statement on an issue of general topical concern under Standing Order No. 46 (2) (a), on contraband or poisonous products and allegedly imported sugar. Pursuant to Standing Order No. 46 (2) (a), I rise to issue a Statement on contraband or poisonous products and illegally imported sugar in Kenya. Mr. Speaker, Sir, I am referring to the ongoing crackdown on contraband products and illegally imported consumer products particularly sugar which is a concern to the country at large and the people of Kakamega County who I represent. The allegations about contaminated sugar and excessive importation of sugar beyond the required quota to meet the shortfall in local production are extremely emotive issues that have far- reaching implications on the economy of Western Kenya, given the potential of resulting into closure of factories, loss of jobs, loss of business and injury to an already ailing sugar industry. Mr. Speaker Sir, Kenya has declared war on contraband products infiltrating through its borders from other countries. I fully support the efforts being made to protect our economy and protect consumers from harmful products. I am glad that the national The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposes only. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor, Senate."
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