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    "speaker_name": "Hon. Phelix Odiwour",
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    "content": "(Lang’ata, ODM) Hon. Deputy Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of the Standing Order 44(2)(c), I rise to request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations regarding The current management and public access to Uhuru Gardens. Uhuru Gardens is one of Kenya's most significant national monumental facility. It holds deep historical value as it is the site where the Kenyan flag was hoisted during the Declaration of Independence on 12th December 1963. It symbolises the birth of the nation and Kenya's freedom from colonial rule. The facility is a site that represents Kenya's national identity and pride. This is where citizens can reflect on the country's history, achievements and aspirations. For many years, Uhuru Gardens was a valuable recreational space for the local community and tourists. The expansive green space allowed people to engage in physical activities such as morning runs, picnics, relaxation, and now, content creation for the young people – Generation Zs and hence, promoting physical and mental well-being. Public access to such facilities is essential for the community health and social cohesion. The situation changed when the facility was placed under the military oversight which has restricted public access. It is against this background, that I rise to request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations on the following: 1. Clarification on whether Uhuru Gardens will remain an open public space as it was earlier or has become a space of controlled visits and access. 2. A report on the Status of the Completion of the Renovation of Uhuru Gardens by the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) and when the public would be granted access. 3. Reasons why certain activities such as marathons and music concerts are allowed in Uhuru Gardens while the general public is denied access. 4. Plans in place to ensure that Uhuru Gardens is listed under the E-citizen platform and specifically, the 222 222 portal to allow citizens to make payments 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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