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    "speaker_name": "Sen. Korir",
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    "content": "(4) Collaborate with entities on the development of capacity building and training programmes for librarians in the county and, (5) Provide for the necessary resources for the capacity building of the county library staff in the respective county. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, the Bill also establishes a County Library Service Development Committee consisting of five members. The role of the committee is espoused by Clause 7 of the Bill. The Bill arrives at the opportune moment to help the counties improve literacy rate. Many libraries have remained in a similar state for about 20 years. Their infrastructure is outdated and the resources they offer are no longer adequate to meet the evolving educational demands of the modern world. With the rapid advancement in technology, information access is transformed, yet many libraries have not kept pace with these changes. Lack of updated facilities, digital resources and modern technologies limits their ability to support the current teaching methods, research needs and expectations of today's learners. To stay relevant and effectively serve students and the community, libraries must invest in modernization and expand their offerings. As we transition into this Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), enhancing library services within the county will be vital in providing learners with access to essential educational resources. By providing these services, students from the families that may struggle to afford school materials will still have the opportunity to access the textbooks, learning aids and other important resources available in the library. This initiative will support the full implementation of the CBC, ensuring that every child, regardless of their financial background, has equal opportunities to succeed academically. Moreover, strengthening library services promotes inclusivity by offering a vital support system for the education of all students and helps to bridge the gaps in the learning resources. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, case in point. In Bomet County there is only one government library in Silibwet run by the Kenya National Library Services (KNLS). The library is yet to be equipped with sufficient and up-to-date materials that will support the current CBC. This is highly likely to be the case in the majority of the counties across the nation. The intention of this Bill is to elevate the library's facilities and services to match up with the needs of the students of today. Case in point, Maktaba Kuu located in Upper Hill, Nairobi City County. It is especially crucial for children in rural areas where access to educational resources is limited. Additionally, the Bill supports the implementation of Article 53(1)(a), which guarantees every child the right to free and compulsory basic education. Enacting the Bill into law will also significantly contribute to fostering a reading culture across the country. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, with these few remarks, I beg to move and request Sen. (Dr.) Khalwale to second. I thank you."
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