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"content": "Mr. Speaker, Sir, from the outset I want to thank the Principal Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs for responding to my SMS very fast. Mr. Speaker, Sir, Sen. Wetangula, pursuant to Standing Order 45 (2) (b) of the Senate Standing Orders requested a Statement from the Chairperson of the Standing Committee on National Security and Foreign Relations at the Sitting of Wednesday 13th May, 2015, regarding the Status of Kenyans in Burundi. The Chairperson was requested to state, first, the measures that the Government has put in place to ensure that the safety of Kenyans living in Burundi is guaranteed. As the situation unfolds our Embassy in Bujumbura has urged Kenyans to avoid nonessential movement and as much as possible remain at their residence until the situation clears. Indeed, today being a public holiday in Burundi, it is expected that all Kenyans will adhere to the advice. The Ministry continues to receive constant updates from the Mission and as I speak, all Kenyans are safe. The Chairperson was also requested to state what measures the Government has taken to ensure that all Kenyans living in Burundi are evacuated. As the situation evolves many Kenyans have left Burundi on their own volition, as schools are on holiday. The Government has already evacuated family members and two officers, leaving only The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposes only. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor, Senate."
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