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    "id": 1385408,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Abdul Haji",
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    "content": "Madam Temporary Speaker, as I support this Bill, I have realised that there are several issues that need to be addressed. I will touch on one that I feel is close to me and the people I represent. The Bill talks of a loan facility and an interest rate, although they have not pegged what the rate will be on and that is a matter of concern. I feel that it excludes the Muslims in this country because of the interest element. Madam Temporary Speaker, Muslims in this country cannot avail themselves to the loan facility because of the presence of interest contravening the Islamic financial principles. This omission raises questions to the inclusivity of the policy to the Muslim community in Kenya. I would urge that alternative financing options in line with Sharia principles to be included into the policy to enable Muslims in Kenya to feel included and be able to participate in the fund. I thank you and I support."
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