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    "id": 497552,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/497552/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Hon. Kabando wa Kabando",
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        "legal_name": "Kabando wa Kabando",
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    "content": "hardcore, people who had refused to--- He persuaded them with diplomacy and ability to discuss issues that would make a difference and be useful to people’s abilities. Hon. Temporary Deputy Speaker, I support this Motion because as Kijana Wamalwa said, just to paraphrase him, a good idea must give room to a better idea, and a better idea to a much better one. This is an occasion to celebrate Kijana Wamalwa. As I conclude, we need also to think about what has been said before because there are two issues that arise about celebrating Kijana Wamalwa and about universities. I think the point that is being raised should attract our attention; it is as to whether we need to convert every technical institute in this country into a full-fledged university. Again, we should look at the issues that are being discussed at the Commission for Higher Education (CHE) and at the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology. As we speak, the country is bereft of technicians in a very serious way. In fact, we should be asking whether it was wise to convert all the technical colleges across the country into universities to teach social sciences and award doctorate degrees. At the middle level today, to get a good plumber, carpenter or mason for construction, not just in the City of Nairobi but in the capitals of the 47 counties in this country, it is a serious issue. However, that concern should never lower the importance of celebrating Kijana Wamalwa, a good teacher, a good inspiration and a good man. I strongly support this Motion."
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