{"id":1192860,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1192860/?format=json","text_counter":208,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Starehe, JP","speaker_title":"Amos Maina","speaker":{"id":13283,"legal_name":"Charles Kanyi Njagua","slug":"charles-kanyi-njagua"},"content":"During the campaign period, both sides of the divide campaigned on a platform of economic revolution. The Kenya Kwanza Government advocated for the bottom-up approach and us in the Azimio side advocated for the 3rd economic liberation of our nation. I am very pleased we have two Motions today that centre on empowerment of our people in matters trade. This is a step in the right direction but is long overdue. We need to recognise the role played by SMEs in the economy of this country. It is wise to provide a conducive environment and empower traders. This is because they are a power houses when it comes to employment opportunities of our people."}