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    "id": 1562538,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1562538/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Suba North, ODM",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Millie Odhiambo-Mabona",
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    "content": "Hon. Temporary Speaker, on Kenya's regional standing, ratifying this Treaty consolidates Kenya's position as a regional anchor State, a diplomatic hub and a voice of reason in turbulent times. Let us be clear that this is not an academic exercise. When drought hits Turkana, conflict spills into Mandera or if a bridge collapses in Moyale, we realise just how connected our futures are. We can no longer afford to work in silos as sovereign States when our challenges and opportunities are regional. In the words of Kwame Nkrumah: “The forces that unite us are greater than the imposed influences that divide us.” In the words of Julius Nyerere, he wisely said: “African unity is not an option; it is a necessity.” The Treaty brings us closer to that unity. It offers structure, strategy and solidarity. It is Kenya stepping forward to say we believe in our neighbours and stronger Eastern Africa. The Committee, therefore, recommends that the House adopts this Report and approves the ratification of the Treaty establishing IGAD."
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