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    "id": 1495981,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1495981/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Baringo County, UDA",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Jematiah Sergon",
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    "content": " Thank you, Hon. Temporary Speaker. I would also like to take this opportunity to congratulate and thank my friend, Hon. Irene Mayaka, for introducing such an important amendment Bill that will enable the Cabinet Secretary to establish regulations to curb the planting of that dangerous and inefficient plant. I come from a naturally dry area, but I have also seen the effects of eucalyptus tree planting in other parts of the county. The consequences of that tree are evident in the drying up of rivers. While While I was growing up, we had flowing rivers where we could swim and graze our fathers' cattle. But now, those rivers have dried up, and the environment is degrading day by day. In her Bill, Hon. Mayaka took the time to educate us about the benefits of eradicating the eucalyptus species. She even defined the harmful species, such as the Eucalyptus globulus, that is commonly known as the blue gum, and is renowned for its water-hungry nature. That tree has the potential to deplete water sources, thus affecting rivers in areas with limited water availability. We primarily depend on rainfall for our agriculture and other needs. Therefore, the planting of eucalyptus species like blue gum, which are used for construction and commercial purposes, poses significant dangers despite their benefits. That tree is likely to harm the environment. This is a resourceful Bill and, therefore, I urge the Cabinet Secretary to take the challenge and come up with proper amendments to regulate the growing of the eucalyptus tree, especially to those individuals who have the penchant to earn an income in ways that harm the environment. I also encourage the Ministry to explore alternative trees that can replace the"
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