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    "id": 1556120,
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    "speaker_name": "Sen. Sifuna",
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    "content": "(5) A lack of commitment to compensate affected persons. The recent notice by the County Government of Nairobi City, dated 6th March, 2025, did not outline any commitment or plan by the Government to compensate those who will be affected by the impending eviction. Many of these residents are structure owners who have resided in the area their entire lives and have no other place to call home. THAT WHEREAS we, the undersigned, have pursued all possible means of resolution, including seeking audience with the Governor, Nairobi City County, the County Executive responsible and the County Assembly of Nairobi City, all these efforts have been in vain. We therefore have been left with no option, but to Petition the Senate of the Republic of Kenya. We also confirm that this issue is not pending anywhere in any court of law or constitutional or legal body in the country. AND WHEREAS we, the undersigned, on behalf of the Korogocho Community affected by the evictions, aver that- (1) The Senate of the Republic of Kenya has the power and authority, as well as the moral obligation to step in and save the poor residents of Korogocho from inhuman evictions without compensation; and, (2) The Nairobi City County and the national Government have shown unwillingness to listen to the grievances of the residents. THEREFORE, we, the undersigned, humble petitioners, pray that the Senate inquires into the matter and makes recommendations as follows- (1) On compensation to those already evicted and those who will be affected by future evictions, while ensuring that any evictions are humane in nature; (2) On public participation necessary as required by the Constitution and that community representatives are included in all decision-making processes involving the Nairobi River Corridor. We humbly submit this Petition for your consideration and appropriate action. I thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir."
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