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    "id": 1565688,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Nyamu",
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    "content": "Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations on a matter of countywide concern regarding the ongoing harassment, abuse and violent eviction of hawkers in the Nairobi Central Business District (CBD) by the Nairobi City County Enforcement Officers. Recent events in the CBD have brought to light troubling incidents involving County enforcement officers against hawkers. This includes physical assault, extortion and sexual abuse, particularly targeting female hawkers. Such acts are not only unethical and unlawful but also violate Articles 28 and 29 of the Constitution, as well as Statutes including the Sexual Offenses Act and the Code of Conduct for public officers. Mr. Speaker, Sir, the informal sector serves as a critical economic lifeline for many urban residents and should therefore be integrated into the urban economy. However, hawkers continue to face harassment and unlawful arrests, confiscation of their goods, and intimidation often by officers who are unidentifiable and operate with impunity. These actions have disproportionately affected vulnerable populations, including women, youth, and persons with disabilities, exacerbating the economic and personal insecurity In the Statement, the Committee should address the following-"
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