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    "id": 1291997,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Lomenen",
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    "speaker": {
        "id": 2940,
        "legal_name": "James Lomenen Ekomwa",
        "slug": "james-lomenen-ekomwa"
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    "content": "Consequently, the County has experienced droughts, flies and intense rainfall as observed hazards. These hazards pause a growing threat to our agriculture sector. Drought and high temperatures in particular, constitute significant dangers to Turkana County. They result in pasture loss, livestock starvation, depletion of water sources and conflicts among pastoralists fighting for dwindling resources. In contrast, the heavy rains experienced in Mt. Elgon and West Pokot regions along with the intense rainfall over the short periods, leads to floods. However, Turkana County’s ability to adapt to climate change has been hampered by inadequate resources and poor coordination among various institutions. Mr. Speaker, Sir, to address these challenges and mitigate the effects of climate change, I call upon the Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries to engage the National Government and consider the following recommendations to address the climate change adversity facing Turkana County: (1) Mobilise resources and allocate sufficient funding to support climate change adaptation and mitigation programmes, as well as support the dedicated Climate Change Directorate office in Turkana County to facilitate collaboration among relevant Ministries and agencies in implementing climate resilient projects. (2) To allocate funds for comprehensive climate change research to better understand the situation and tailor solutions to Turkana county unique challenges and also invest in educational initiatives that raise awareness about climate change impact and adaptation strategies among local communities and stakeholders. (3) Empower meteorological agencies to strengthen early detection and warning systems, provide timely climate-based advisories to residents and establish climate resilient disaster preparedness and response teams to mitigate the impacts of extreme weather effects. (4) Increase funding for agriculture extension services, promote dissemination of climate smart farming practices and support capacity building initiatives for extension workers, to empower them with the latest knowledge on climate resilient agriculture. (5) To invest in critical infrastructure, such as water storage facilities, for example, water dams and pans, education systems and improved livestock husbandry to enhance the county’s resilience to the climate change and also develop climate resilient feeder roads and transportation networks to facilitate the movement of agriculture products and reduce post-harvest losses. (6) Facilitate the establishment of livestock and crop insurance schemes that provide safety nets for farmers during climate related losses and collaborate with financial institutions to offer affordable loans and credit facilities to farmers for climate- smart agriculture practices and support community led afforestation and deforestation initiatives that help sequester carbon, prevent soil erosion, enhance ecosystem resilience, and further engage local communities in tree planting campaigns and provide incentives for sustainable forests management. Mr. Speaker, Sir, in conclusion, Turkana County is at the forefront of climate change challenges and our proposed mitigation strategies must be met with comprehensive support and actions from the national Government and our valued partners. Together we can combat the destructive impacts of climate change, secure a 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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