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    "id": 1407994,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1407994/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Nominated, ODM",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Umulkher Harun",
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    "content": " Hon. Speaker, pursuant to Standing Order 44 (2) (c), I rise to request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Blue Economy, Water and Irrigation regarding overflow of Masinga Dam affecting downstream residents. Masinga Dam plays a crucial role in generation of hydro-electric power for our country. However, following the ongoing rains, the water level in the dam have increased exponentially leading to overflow. This has severely affected residents of Garissa and Tana River Counties, which are situated at the downstream area of the dam. Among the hardest hit are farmers, who have suffered immense losses as their crops – including mangoes, bananas, watermelons, tomatoes, onions and chilies – have been swept away. The destruction of these crops will not only affect the livelihood of the farmers but also exacerbates the scarcity of essential food items The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor"
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