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    "id": 1160451,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1160451/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Nyamunga",
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    "speaker": {
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        "legal_name": "Rose Nyamunga Ogendo",
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    "content": "It is unfortunate that even as I speak, I do not have water in my village. Water is only targeted at schools and Government institutions but there are many people who live very far from Government institutions, I included. That makes it difficult to have clean water. Mr. Speaker, Sir, that brings me to the point of Koru-Soin Dam which is critical to me. The Government should fast-track that project because that water will serve almost three regions; Rift Valley, Nyanza and part of Western Kenya, depending on the distribution channels. Water is critical. Women suffer because they spend a lot of time and money looking for water. In Nyando where I come from, water is still a big dream for many people. More so, during drought seasons, it is difficult for most families to access water. So, as we commemorate this, we are still lagging behind as a nation. We should do our best because water is life. Therefore, as many Kenyans as possible should be able to access clean running water. With water, we can do agriculture and it will help us to avoid water borne diseases. Water is required in every village. Imagine sitting in your house in Nairobi and there is no single drop of water from your tap. You can become sick because it is a difficult situation. What about our women in the rural areas who have never even seen a tap? To them, to have water in the house is a big dream. Mr. Speaker, Sir, the Government should prioritise water because it is one of the devolved functions of our county governments. It may be difficult for all county governments to work on water. That is why the national Government should come in handy to ensure that Kenyans have access to clean water. I thank you."
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