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    "id": 1490553,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1490553/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Cherarkey",
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    "speaker": {
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        "legal_name": "Cherarkey K Samson",
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    "content": "was followed by Ethiopia’s Mohamed Esa who finished at 2:04:39 and our own who is also my good friend and neighbour in Nandi, the home of champions, Amos Kipruto, in the third position at 2:04:50. Other Kenyans, Vincent Kipng’etich and Daniel Ebenyo also finished strongly. Mr. Speaker, Sir, it was also dis-heartening to witness a section of the media across the world, castigating unwarranted doubts and aspersions on our athletes; questing their integrity and accusing them of doping without following the due process. These are established standards and procedures including multiple anti-doping tests conducted before and after major competitions. Ruth Chepngetich’s consistent performance, winning the Chicago Marathon three times in a row is a statement of her dedication, resilience and passion for the sport. The harassment she received from the media, especially the western media and some individual outlets after breaking the world record should be condemned in the strongest terms possible. We also expect the Government of Kenya, including the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and Athletics Kenya (AK) to do the same. Instead of being vilified, she should be celebrated for her hard-earned victory and consistency over the years. We also expect to hear women’s voices on this matter. I call upon the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Athletics Kenya and the National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOCK) to issue a strong rebuttal and defend the integrity of our athletes from such baseless media accusations. Mr. Speaker, Sir, I urge the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) to intensify its vigilance, eradicate rogue agents and coaches who tarnish our athletes’ careers and the names of our athletes by sometimes doping them unknowingly. I also call upon our athletes to remain clean and report any suspicious individuals or activities in their training camps. Athletics Kenya, like any other federation, must hold elections for its officials so as to bring fresh leadership and professionalism, promoting transparency and accountability. Similarly, I urge the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) elections board where campaigns are ongoing - and one of my friends, Tom Alila is running - to conduct its elections according to its constitution and in adherence to Kenyan laws, without hiding behind the Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) statutes. Mr. Speaker, Sir, I also congratulate our athletes for their outstanding performance at the Chicago Marathon and other major global marathons that happened over the weekend. I also commend Kenya’s rising football stars; the Kenya National Under-20 Football Team for qualifying for the Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations in 2025. Although, I do not know whether the Bunge Football Team will qualify. Additionally, I extend my best wishes to the Junior Starlets who are currently participating in the FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup in the Dominican Republic. We assure them of our unwavering commitment and support as they continue representing our nation at the global stage and the sports arena. I thank you."
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