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    "id": 1582079,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Rongo, ODM",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Paul Abuor",
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    "content": " Thank you, Hon. Speaker. Pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I rise to request for a statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Blue Economy, Water and Irrigation regarding the status of the Rongo Water Supply Project. Access to safe and reliable water is not only essential, but also serves as a catalyst for economic growth and prosperity. Enhanced water infrastructure supports commercial activities, improves livelihoods, and strengthens communities' capacity to adapt to impacts of climate change. To this end, the Lake Victoria South Water Development Agency initiated the Rongo Water Supply Project in November 2022 to improve access, quality, availability, and sustainability of water supply in Rongo Constituency. Regrettably, the contract made with the initial contractor of the project has since been terminated. Further, the Lake Victoria Water Development Agency has yet to initiate the procurement process to engage a new contractor for the completion of that critical water supply project. It is against this background that I request for a statement from the Chairperson of the Development Committee on Blue Economy, Water, and Irrigation on the following: 1. The steps that are being taken to ensure that another contractor is procured and engaged to complete the Rongo Water Supply Project, including projected timelines for resumption and completion of the works. 2. A report on the funds disbursed to the initial contractor and the Ksh170 million allocated to the Lake Victoria South Water Development Agency for the project, The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor."
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