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"speaker_name": "Sen. Wakili Sigei",
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"content": "Currently, we have a great number of artists, beginning with Kipchamba, a true legend. He has earned his place in history books. He has been honored by previous governments for his remarkable ability to transform ideas into music, produce and generate immense knowledge and information through his artistic talent. Many artists have drawn inspiration from him. I mentioned yesterday one whom we are going to bury this Saturday, Solomon Manori, who has been a great singer. Through his songs, he has brought out the rich culture of the Kipsigis community. Lately, a new generation of young artists has emerged, making strides in the industry. We have Kilel Jazz, the Makiche and the Vicky Brilliance of this world, talented individuals who are running the industry and earning a livelihood out of it. The moment we have a law in place that recognizes talent and provides artists with a structured way of engagement, they will, at any given time, be able to negotiate and participate in national functions or other events at a fair fee. This will ensure that aspiring musicians and artists appreciate that they can earn a living from their craft. They will not have to compete with other Kenyans for white-collar jobs, as I have said. Instead, they will recognize that their craft provides a livelihood, helping to reduce the fights we currently face in addressing this issue. Besides musicians, Masters of Ceremonies (MCs) who host programs in various institutions and organized events can also benefit greatly from this particular law. Madam Temporary Speaker, allow me to now make certain comments on the various provisions of this Act. As I have stated, the definition under Clause 2 recognises almost all aspects of activities or trade within the creative economy. These includes artistic, cultural, innovative, fashion, industry, publication, advertisement, crafts, music and audio. In this definition, Sen. Eddy has made an effort to encompass nearly all areas that fall within the creative sector and economy. I would like to highlight a few specific clauses, starting with Clause 7. I would like to propose to Sen. Eddy that, instead of referring to the guild, Clause 7 should refer to establish a council. This council will be the head, where the guilds, representing various sectors identified under Clause 19. I will address Clause 19 in a moment. Clause 7 should therefore read as, “There is established a creative industry council.” This council would operate under the relevant ministry, with an established board serving as its governing body. By structuring it this way, we would retain guilds at the lower level while ensuring that the council serves as the apex entity providing oversight and support. This proposal, would ensure that, besides naming the guilds, the council itself functions as the main governing body. I appreciate the provisions of Clauses 7D, 7E and 7F, which grant the council the responsibility to protect the intellectual property of creative artists. If you approve or agree with this proposal for an amendment, it will ensure that part of the council’s role is to safeguard their intellectual property. By doing so, it will sensitize the importance of"
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