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    "id": 677256,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/677256/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Hon. A.B. Duale",
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    "speaker": {
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        "legal_name": "Aden Bare Duale",
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    "content": "After what happened in the House Business Committee (HBC) on this matter, I went into soul searching. I went and read and found out that this matter is very weighty. Why am I saying it? A few years ago, gambling and betting were perceived to be a preserve of the risk-taking breed of the rich willing to gamble big money and casinos were opened everywhere in Kenya. That is not any more. With the spread of betting platforms like mobile-based sports gaming, Lotto and betting kiosks in every city estate, the wave seems to have caught even the lowest income earners in this country. So, it is no longer a small matter. Betting is becoming a booming business in our country. In fact, I asked myself questions which I want you to ponder upon as you rule. Is Kenya turning into a gambling nation? That is the question we must ask ourselves. What are the activities of these betting companies shrouded in secrecy? To many, it has turned to be an obsession or a mere game to an income generating activity. There are over 30 of these companies. There is Sportpesa, Betway, Betin, Elitebet, Betyetu, Justbet, Easybet, Lucky2u and Kenya Sports Bet. These are some of the companies that 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."
}