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    "content": "is geothermal, hydro, solar and other sources of energy. In Kisumu West, which I represent, the lower part, that is from Kisumu Airport to the place they call “Ogal,” to the upper part of Maseno has abundant supply of wind. I am sure the cost of power will go down considerably if we are able to supply power using wind from the Lake Victoria. However, look at what is happening in the energy sector. One of the most successful authorities that we have is the Kenya Rural Electrification Authority (REA). For the last five years, it has contributed extremely well to connection of Kenyans to power, particularly in the far-flung areas. But now the management is being sifted through simply because of corrupt transactions. I think it is important for us, as Kenyans, to go beyond this Motion. I congratulate hon. Bowen for what he has done, but it has been said that a Motion simply remains a Motion under the new dispensation. All we can do is to express our views and urge the Government. But since the Government is not here with us nothing happens. So, I want to urge the Jubilee Government that if they are serious about changing this sector, they should get down to work, look at the regulatory mechanisms, look at legislation, change the Act and allow Kenyans to get what they want. If they do that Kenyans will see that the Jubilee Government loves them. However, if they leave it at the level of a Motion, then they will not be doing anything except public engaging in a relations exercise. Hon. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, lastly, I want to say that even if that is done, Kenya Power must wake up and look at the way it operates, so that Kenyans can access power at a cost that is within their means. I am glad that the CORD side of this House is supporting this Motion; I believe that the point has been point. Thank you, Hon. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir."
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