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    "id": 1126377,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1126377/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Sakaja",
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    "speaker": {
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        "legal_name": "Johnson Arthur Sakaja",
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    "content": "Thank you for your indulgence, Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir. I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.47(1) to make a Statement on an issue of general topical concern regarding the operations of the Intelligence and Strategic Operations (ISO) Department of the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). The KRA leverages on the immense potential of intelligence gathering and analysis, among other strategies, to combat tax evasion and other tax related crimes. The intelligence management function of ISO has been key in the collection of information relating to tax evasion, cybercrime and corruption. This has continued to enhance the institution’s capacity to penetrate and quash tax evasion cartels. However, the Department is now engulfed in allegations of poor policies and practices that inhibit legal transactions. For instance, in its intelligence gathering role, there have been very many cases of prolonged holding of consignments on allegations of tax evasion, an exercise which has affected business operations and trade for many traders in this country and more so, in Nairobi City County. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, one of the roles of the Department is intelligence reporting. There have been allegations of the ISO Department overstepping its mandate and withholding relevant information from other departments, thereby, inhibiting the overall functions of the KRA. Effective linkages are necessary between the ISO and other"
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