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    "id": 1514219,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Marsabit County, UDA",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Naomi Waqo",
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    "content": " Thank you, Hon. Temporary Speaker, for giving me an opportunity to add my voice to this important legislative proposal that seeks to amend the Constitution under Standing Order 114(7A). NG-CDF and NGAAF matters are very special to us because they make a lot of difference to the people on the ground. Many poor children receive bursaries. Many schools have been developed and classes built. Many things have changed because of NG-CDF. It has empowered the Members of Parliament to be relevant in their constituencies. The County Woman Representatives who are here receive only Ksh7 million per constituency from NGAAF to make a difference. With that limited amount of money, we have accomplished many projects and made a significant impact on the people, which cannot be compared to what others have done. My only request is that, as we incorporate this into our Constitution, we consider ways to increase the NGAAF funding so that women can be further empowered. This is because we are passionate, hands-on, and we make a lot of difference. The only money that can be fully accounted for is the money that goes into the hands of women leaders today. That is why, as I advocate for this, I also want to emphasize that we need some increment. However, the most important step is to have those Funds enshrined in the Constitution. The Senate oversees billions of shillings in the counties, and it is only fair to empower the senators to carry out that responsibility effectively. With those few remarks, I wish everybody a Merry Christmas and also thank every Member of Parliament here for all the support they have given us as leaders, and for all the business that we have transacted. Thank you."
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