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    "speaker_name": "Hon. Koinange",
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    "content": "Thank you, hon. Speaker. I would like to say that I have already spoken to the Chairperson of that Committee. However, there are three issues that I would like to bring to the attention of this House. Many Kenyans in South Sudan are really complaining. I would like to mention three areas where they are very concerned. In the area of banking in South Sudan, they are not doing the best they can do for Kenyans. Most of the banks in South Sudan do not represent the face of Kenya with regard to staffing. The Kenyan community in South Sudan feels very insecure because they are harassed from time to time by the locals and the authorities. My colleague has mentioned that visas are available to Kenyans. But it is very difficult for Kenyans to get visas and work permits. On the issue of the pipeline in South Sudan, that started way back in 2004. Up to now, it seems it is not getting any improvement. The MoU has not succeeded but; rather it has failed. I would urge our Government to seek an agreement with the Government of South Sudan where we could conclude the issue of the pipeline from Lamu to South Sudan. I would also like to urge the Government to continue supporting South Sudan at this time. As Kenyans, we need to do more business with other African countries because times are changing. There are many Kenyans in South Sudan. They are complaining that even when they are put in cells, there is no justice. That is what our embassy in Juba needs to pursue and ensure that justice is done for Kenyans."
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