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"content": "Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. I am holding brief for Sen. Mumma. I rise, pursuant to Standing Order No.52 (1), to make a statement on a matter of county-wide and general topical concern, namely; the sustainable exploitation of natural resources in Turkana County. Mr. Speaker, Sir, Articles 69(1) (a) and (h) of the Constitution require the State to ensure sustainable exploitation, utilisation, management and conservation of the environment and natural resources, and ensure the equitable sharing of the accruing benefits. Furthermore, Article 56 obligates the State to implement affirmative action programmes, to ensure that marginalised groups and minorities are adequately represented in governance and other spheres of life; access special opportunities in employment, educational and economic fields; develop their cultural values, languages and practices; and, have reasonable access to water, health services and infrastructure. Mr. Speaker, Sir, the historical marginalisation of Turkana County has perpetuated the inability of the local community to fully benefit from its abundant resources and tap into the transformative potential of sustainable resource exploitation. Mr. Speaker, Sir, Turkana County covers 77,000km² in size and approximately 65,000km² of this is arable landmass, holding immense potential for both the county and the nation at large, if exploited sustainably and equitably. Research conducted by the Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) established that Turkana's key natural resources include water from Turkwel and Keiyo/Kerio rivers and Lake Turkana, mineral deposits, including oil and gas, limestones, gold, mercury and graphite among others, forests, wildlife and renewable energy, such as geothermal, solar and wind. Mr. Speaker, Sir, the exploitation of these resources has, however, been hampered by internal and external security issues affecting Turkana County, including conflicts with The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard Services,Senate."
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