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    "id": 1126261,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Moi",
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    "speaker": {
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        "legal_name": "Gideon Kipsiele Towett Moi",
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    "content": "The Committee noted achievements of the institute, including the launch of a radio station, but took note that there is room to innovate and improve offerings from the school through collaboration with stakeholders in the mass media. The Committee conducted an inspection visit to Konza Technopolis. This was a follow up of the committee’s first visit in 2018. The committee noted significant progress in the implementation of Phase I of the Konza Masterplan, including the completion and occupation of the office block and most notably the operationalization of the National Data Centre that is available for use by Government agencies. The Committee met with the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) to deliberate on the status of connectivity in the country in relation to election preparedness. As this House is aware, the committee of the Twelfth Parliament made connectivity that enables a minimum of 2nd Generation (2G) for every Kenyan its primary priority. This is even more paramount as the country prepares to issue licenses for the 5th Generation (5G) connection. We are happy to report that with the implementation of Phase 2 of the Universal Service Fund (USF) funded last mile connectivity project, only 279 sub locations will have less than 50 per cent coverage. As innovation in technology is largely private-sector driven, the committee has been committed to creating a conducive policy and regulatory environment for businesses to thrive. The committee has engaged with digital taxi hiring service providers on the proposed National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) Transport Network Company Regulations. Private players both local and international have made submissions to the committee alongside other players in the sector. The Committee notes that concerns with the regulations are multi-sectoral, cutting across technology, transportation and labour issues. It noted that the disruptions in the transportation industry are a glimpse of larger disruptions set to occur in every industry. This case study will set a tone and influence national dialogue on the future of work and “gig” work. Concerning Agritech, the Committee met with Liquid Intelligent Technologies who are deploying Internet of Things (IoT) based solutions to enable smart agriculture. In the context of climate change, agritech presents an opportunity to revolutionise agriculture and improve yields through sustainable agriculture. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, in the Sixth Session of the Twelfth Parliament, the committee intends to- (a) Conclude the Statement on alleged, monopolistic practices by Safaricom PLC and report to the Senate. (b) Continue to oversight the implementation of the USF connectivity projects. (c) Facilitate dialogue on the regulation of digital taxi-hailing services. (d) Conduct inspection visits in various counties to inspect connectivity, the implementation of the Digital Literacy Programme (DLP) and the rollout of the National Optic Fibre Backbone Infrastructure (NOFBI). I thank you."
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