{"id":455643,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/455643/?format=json","text_counter":11,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. Ochieng","speaker_title":"","speaker":{"id":2955,"legal_name":"David Ouma Ochieng'","slug":"david-ouma-ochieng"},"content":"Thank you very much, hon. Temporary Deputy Speaker. I beg to give notice of the following Motion:- THAT, aware that there is increased use of commercial motorcycles as a means of transport all over the country which, in turn has led to a concomitant increase in the number of commercial cyclists commonly known as boda bodas; acknowledging and appreciating the role played by the boda bodas in enhancing access to transport, communication and commercial activities especially in rural Kenya, which is characterised by poor road networks; deeply concerned that most of the boda boda operators are not properly trained and licensed to operate the motorcycles thus leading to frequent motorcycle accidents and loss of lives; noting the prohibitively high cost of acquiring training and motorcycle driving licences; deeply disturbed that most boda boda operators face incessant 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."}