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"speaker_title": "Hon. Suleka Harun",
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"content": " Hon. Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 43(1), I rise to make a Statement of great national importance regarding a blood donation drive scheduled to be hosted by the Kenya Young Parliamentarians Association (KYPA), on Monday, 23rd June 2025, within Parliament Buildings. The KYPA has organised a blood donation drive within Parliament in commemoration of the 2025 World Blood Donor Day, which was observed last week on 14th June 2025. This event comes at a time when the country is facing a persistent shortfall in blood supply, with the annual national demand far outpacing the available voluntary blood donations. While our health professionals have been working tirelessly to save lives, many patients have to wait, and sometimes perish in the course of waiting simply because blood was not available in time. This situation calls on us, parliamentarians, by virtue of our unique positions, to influence positive change in embracing voluntary blood donation to save lives. This is because our voices as leaders can shape public opinion, inspire trust and unlock positive responses to the much- needed resources for the Kenya National Blood Transfusion Service (KNBTS). 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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