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    "id": 1515947,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1515947/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Kisumu East, Independent",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Shakeel Shabbir",
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        "legal_name": "Ahmed Shakeel Shabbir Ahmed",
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    "content": " Thank you, Hon. Speaker. I would like to present a tribute to the Aga Khan of the Ismailia Muslim Community, in respect of the passing away of Prince Kareem Aga Khan, whose visionary leadership and unwavering commitment have left an indelible mark on Kenya. He was a beacon of hope for millions around the country. His Highness was the 49th Hereditary Hiram of the Ismailia Muslims and passed away on the 4th of February 2025, leaving a legacy of compassion, education and humanitarianism. In Kenya, the Aga Khan's contribution has been transformative across various sectors. His Highness established the Nation Media Group in 1959, which has been the cornerstone of press freedom and media excellence in East Africa. Through the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development, he founded Serena Hotels, promoting tourism and economic growth, while preserving cultural heritage and environmental sustainability. The Aga Khan Education Fund also established Aga Khan schools across the country. The Aga Khan Primary School in Kisumu, where I studied, was a source of pride, producing generations of well-educated individuals who continue to contribute to the nation’s development. That institution was recognised as the top school for several years. The Aga Khan hospitals in Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu and the Aga Khan University Hospital stand as a beacon of quality health care, providing cutting-edge medical services and reducing the need for Kenyans to seek treatment abroad. His Highness also played a pivotal role in education and established the Aga Khan academies in Mombasa and Kisumu. As we mourn the loss of His Highness, let us also celebrate his remarkable achievements and the enduring impact of his work in Kenya and East Africa. May his legacy inspire us to strive for a more compassionate world. Thank you, Hon. Speaker."
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