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    "id": 1476990,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1476990/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Masinga, Independent",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Joshua Mwalyo",
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    "content": " Hon. Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I wish to request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Blue Economy, Water and Irrigation regarding the status of implementation of the National Water Harvesting and Storage Strategy - NWHSS (2020-2025). The collection and management of floodwater, storm water and rainwater is essential for re-use during periods and/or episodes of drought. The National Water Harvesting and Storage Authority (NWHSA) which was established through the Water Act, CAP 372, is mandated to undertake the development of national public water works for water resources storage and flood control, on behalf of the national Government. Additionally, the Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation developed the National Water Harvesting and Storage Strategy - NWHSS (2020-2025), with an aim of reforming the water sector by increasing water harvesting and storage for domestic use and reducing water-related risks for the population and economy, amongst others. The Tana River region experiences extreme weather cycles throughout the year, with residents experiencing floods and heavy rainfall in upstream areas and extreme drought in 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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