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    "id": 676234,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/676234/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Hon. Odera",
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    "speaker": {
        "id": 2858,
        "legal_name": "Arthur Papa Odera",
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    "content": "Thank you, Hon. Temporary Deputy Speaker for giving me this opportunity. I am a resident of Busia County and represent one of the constituencies in that county. One of the towns mentioned is in my constituency. First, I need to thank the national Government for opening, constructing and establishing a one-stop Border Point at Malaba, which has created a lot of efficiency in the Customs processes. The issues that have been raised by the Member for Matayos which affect Busia similarly affect Malaba Town, which is in my constituency. Besides congestion and the fact that there are delays in processing border-crossing activities, there are security risks arising from the fact that trailers are parked by the roadside. There have been cases of trailer drivers being killed and all manner of criminal activities that have been recorded in my constituency. It is a breeding ground for all manner of criminal activities and a risk to other road users. Besides requesting that a border point be opened at Muluanda, the Committee should explore the possibility of opening additional border points and expanding it to other places. For example, in Modine, there is a border point that requires development. By doing that, we will decongest our border points in Malaba and Busia which will open up other opportunities for people to do business and encourage investors to invest in these areas. In the process, this will even aid further growth of this town. I support the Petition."
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