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    "id": 1013603,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "The Temporary Speaker",
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    "content": "That, the Kisumu, Vihiga, Siaya County boundary dispute has persisted for the longest time since the boundaries were delimitated on 28th February, 1963 to date. That, the delimitation not only assured that communities were divided between the three counties, but resources allocation was skewed against minorities. That, the community constantly sought redress through legal means and submission of requests to Parliament, but no lasting solution has been found. That, the community has sought intervention through the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission (TJRC) and the National Land Commission (NLC), but to no avail. That, due to the alleged delimitation, the community suffers and is unable to access services due to lack of proper resource distribution and loss of culture. That, as a result of the problem, there exists animosity between communities living in the area and, therefore, a review of the administrative boundaries be undertaken as a matter of urgency; and That, none of the issues raised in the Petition are pending before any court of law or constitutional bodies. The petitioners, therefore, prays that the Senate- 1. Investigates into this matter; and 2. Make appropriate recommendations with a view to – (a) Conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the Kisumu, Siaya and Vihiga boundaries, considering the historical administration, demarcation and boundary reviews since Independence and the popular view of the community around the disputed boundary; (b) Provide a lasting solution to the Banyore Community whose clans have been divided between Kisumu, Siaya and Vihiga counties by ensuring that they are within an administrative unit of Vihiga County to correct this historical injustice; and (c) Ensure that the Banyore administration in Kisumu and Siaya counties are brought back into one administrative unit in Vihiga County. Hon. Senators, pursuant to Standing Order No.231, I shall now allow comments, observations, or clarification in relation to the Petition for not more than 30 minutes. Proceed, Sen, Khaniri."
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