{"id":1241428,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1241428/?format=json","text_counter":118,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Faki","speaker_title":"","speaker":{"id":13211,"legal_name":"Mohamed Faki Mwinyihaji","slug":"mohamed-faki-mwinyihaji-2"},"content":"Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, I beg to give Notice of the following Motion - THAT, AWARE THAT rapid urbanization, as experienced in most Kenyan towns contributes to a significant portion of greenhouse gas emissions leading to environmental degradation; FURTHER AWARE THAT factors associated with urbanization, including changes to a more sedentary lifestyle, diet and environment have resulted in an increase in the prevalence of non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer; APPRECIATING THAT prioritizing sustainability and environmental responsibility creates liveable, healthy and resilient communities for present and future generations; NOW THEREFORE, the Senate urges the:"}