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    "id": 1625344,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1625344/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Kibwana",
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    "content": "I, therefore, urge this House to acknowledge the following- (1) That there may be widespread failures in enforcing ethical boundaries between teachers and students in our learning institutions. (2) That the TSC must urgently review its internal safeguards, reporting structures and whistleblower protections in relation to misconduct in schools. (3) That the Ministry of Education must audit the safeguarding mechanisms in public boarding schools, especially girls’ schools and establish mandatory codes of conduct on teacher-student relations. (4) Finally, that the culture of silence, protectionism and spiritual manipulation in school-based religious spaces must be examined to ensure students' safety and dignity are upheld. Mr. Speaker, Sir, the bravery of the survivors who came forward to tell their stories cannot go unnoticed. We owe it to them and to every child in our schools, to ensure that systems of accountability are not just on paper, but actively working. The Senate must now lead by example in calling for transparency, justice and a national safeguarding framework that puts the welfare of students above the reputation of institutions or individuals. I thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir."
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