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    "id": 1433928,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1433928/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Kiambaa, UDA",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Njuguna Kawanjiku",
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    "content": "The issue of vandalism of our infrastructure, as it relates to the scrap metal industry, is a growing concern within our Republic. For instance, despite the installation of numerous street lights in Kiambaa, there is rampant vandalism of essential public infrastructure. It is disheartening to see taxpayers' money and Government resources being destroyed in this manner. I call upon the police and the citizens to be on the lookout because the vandalised items are sold to scrap metal dealers. These same resources, provided by the national Government to improve lighting and infrastructure, are meant to benefit the local communities. Vandalism is in another level because even transformers are not left behind. The Government has invested a lot of money in electrification to empower the hustlers by promoting a 24-hour economy, especially in areas that host high populations working in Nairobi. It is imperative to implement strict measures against vandalism. Those caught vandalising or dealing with vandalised metal from transformers, road signages and street lighting should face severe consequences. It is crucial to crack down on individuals involved in this illegal business."
}