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    "id": 1485251,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Mandera South, UDM",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Abdul Haro",
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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 Tourism and Wildlife regarding the increase in wildlife attacks in Mandera County. Over the past five years, Mandera County has witnessed an increase in human-wildlife conflicts. Many residents and their livestock have fallen victim to attacks by crocodiles, hyenas and snakes which have caused physical, emotional, and financial devastation to the affected families. One such case is that of Mr Ibrein Abdullahi Ali of Identification Card No.6411601, who was attacked by a hyena in Ababosone Location on 27th June 2023, resulting in the loss of his right arm. His family, burdened with significant medical expenses, has been forced to seek specialised treatment in Awasa Hospital, Ethiopia. Similarly, Ms Fatuma Noor Ali, a young woman from Abbey Umur Village in Elram Location, lost her life due to a snake bite on 24th May 2016. Her case was duly recorded through the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) Compensation Claim Form, Serial No.694/MDR/2016, and submitted to the KWS Mandera County for processing. Unfortunately, eight years later, her family is yet to be compensated. These incidents underscore the need to address and safeguard the well-being of residents of Mandera County. It is against this background that I request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Tourism and Wildlife on the following: 1. A comprehensive report on the support being provided to KWS to ensure prompt responses to distress calls in Mandera County. 2. A report on the immediate and long-term measures that the Government has put in place to mitigate the recurring human-wildlife conflict in Mandera. 3. An update on the compensation status for the families of Mr Ibrein Abdullahi Ali and Ms Fatuma Noor Ali, including specific timelines for the settlement of their claims. 4. Measures put in place to streamline and expedite the compensation process to ensure timely and fair compensation for all victims of wildlife attacks. Thank you, Hon. Temporary Speaker."
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