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    "id": 1556326,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Nyamu",
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    "content": "Thank you, Mr. Temporary Speaker. This is an incredibly responsive piece of legislation. While Sen. Sifuna referred to it as a simple amendment, its impact on the sports fraternity in this country will be immense. Since joining this House, I do not think I have loved a legislative proposal more than this. As Sen. Sifuna tabled the proposal, I found myself nodding all the time, not just in agreement, but also because I can deeply relate. If you look at my phone, you will find numerous WhatsApp groups from grassroots football in Nairobi from Kabiria FC in Dagoretti, Bokongo in Kayole, Kibra United, also known as Harr Harr Nation from Kibra to Kibagare Slums and many more. In these groups, we frequently raise funds to support the players. I even know the expenditure off head, such as referees costing Kshs5,000 and security fees amounting to Kshs3,000. We have been engaging in this for quite some time since I came into contact with the residents of Nairobi. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I believe this proposal will face no opposition. We must all support it because we understand the profound impact that football and other sports have on our young people. As Sen. Osoti mentioned, sports are not just a source of livelihood, but a pathway to creating wealth. Sen. Sifuna, I noticed you have not addressed the issue of accountability and how these funds will be managed to prevent them from falling into the wrong hands. History has shown us how funds in this country often end up benefiting the wrong people. This is a fantastic piece of legislation. We cannot allow others to profit at the expense of our grassroots teams. Speaking of football, we must bring better management to our national team. The other day, Sen. Sifuna and I were watching a regional match between Kenya and Burkina Faso at Nyayo Stadium---"
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