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    "id": 1527827,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1527827/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Uasin Gishu County, UDA",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Gladys Boss",
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    "content": " Hon. Speaker, pursuant to Standing Order 259D, I wish to make a Statement on the remarkable achievements of Kenya's National Women's Sevens rugby team, popularly known as the Lionesses’ in the recently concluded first and second round of the World Sevens Rugby Challenge (HSBC) Series, which were held in Cape Town in the Republic of South Africa on the 1st and 2nd of March 2025. Hon. Speaker, for many years, lovers of rugby have known the men's rugby team as one that has brought honour and glory to the country in rugby. It is, therefore, impressive that the Kenya women's rugby team has been steadily rising to stardom and bringing sporting glory to the country, as demonstrated in Cape Town during the just-concluded World Sevens Rugby HSBC Series. In the first-round final, Kenya triumphed over Argentina with a hard-fought 17- 12 victory. Further, in the second-round final, Kenya delivered a dominant performance, overwhelming the hosts South Africa with a convincing 17-0 win. Notably, this heroic performance marks the first time in history that our Lionesses have claimed victory in a rugby challenge series and won two consecutive tournaments. This is truly an exceptional performance by our women's rugby team, resulting from hard work, incredible resilience, determination and skill. Their achievements are even more commendable considering the numerous challenges that our women's rugby team continues to face, including financial constraints, resource limitations and limited visibility. As we know, Hon. Speaker, The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor."
}