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    "id": 1501748,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1501748/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Igembe North, UDA",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Julius M’anaiba",
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    "content": "on the state of the nation on Thursday last week. The President went through a raft of issues that have been handled by his Government in terms of the challenges and the numerous excesses that the Government has addressed. Let me single out the education sector. When this Government came into existence, this country was in dire need of teachers, particularly at the JSS level. There is no other Government that has addressed such a challenge within two years. In 2023, this Government employed a whopping 56,000 new teachers; 10,000 on permanent and pensionable terms and 46,000 on contract basis. The 46,000 teachers on contract will transition to permanent and pensionable terms come January next year. That is a big stride that requires to be supported by all citizens. We are aware that another 20,000 teachers are in the process of being recruited as interns this year. We urge the Government to transition them to permanent and pensionable terms by July next year after the budget. We are aware that due to challenges, the 20,000 teachers who are about to be recruited are basically geared towards addressing the science teacher shortage in JSS. That is an area that had a challenge. On its own and through the advice of other stakeholders, the TSC has realised that, that sector needs to be addressed. The other challenge the Government is working hard to address is unemployment in this country. The State Department for Diaspora Affairs is conducting a lot of publicity to make sure that artisans and unemployed youths in lower levels get access to international employment. This is commendable. This Government has revolutionised the agriculture sector by making sure that instead of subsidising consumables, it subsidises production. By so doing, we are almost food secure in all sectors. We heard that 17 sugar factories are now operational. This country is now sugar- secure. If things go well, we will even export sugar. Thank you, Hon. Temporary Speaker. If possible, through your indulgence, I request an additional minute to finish my contribution. Although the health sector in Kenya is facing a big challenge, I am sure it will be ironed out. When the late Michuki took over the transport industry, people used to cling to the vehicle's doors. He faced the challenge head-on slowly; up to today, everything is working well in that sector. People no longer cling to doors of vehicles nor carry excess passengers. With time, I am sure SHA will work seamlessly, and Kenyans will enjoy it."
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