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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Kinango, PAA",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Gonzi Rai",
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    "content": " Hon. Temporary Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of 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 the status on implementation of Mwache Dam Project. Hon. Temporary Speaker, the Mwache Dam Development Project which is located on the Mwache River in Kwale County is a crucial development project envisioned to benefit millions of Kenyans in the coastal region and boost agricultural activity in the surrounding areas. Despite its importance, the implementation of the project has been inordinately delayed. His Excellency the President recently inaugurated its construction, marking the beginning of its long-awaited implementation in 2023. Hon. Temporary Speaker, it is against this background that I seek a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Blue Economy, Water and Irrigation on the following: 1. What is the status of implementation of the Mwache Dam Project including progress reports and any challenges encountered by the Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation? 2. Could the Ministry clarify whether the resettlement action plan was implemented to ensure the relocation of people affected by the Mwache Dam Project and outline the provisions provided to the people for restoration of their livelihoods? 3. Explain why schools located in close proximity to the Mwache Dam construction, where learning is disrupted by dust, noise and other impacts due to construction, have not been relocated to a more conducive learning environment. 4. State the measures that the Ministry has put in place to mitigate further escalation of conflicts and address grievances by the residents which include fair wages by the 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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