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    "content": "I know that this is a difficult time for the affected families and I am aware that coping with the pain they are going through is not easy. However, I would like to let the affected families know that they are in our thoughts and prayers, and I personally pray that God will comfort them and continue to see them through this very trying time. Hon. Senators, the reason I am speaking on this matter today is because of a message I have received from the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) which is the umbrella body of the global parliamentary family. I am therefore, gratified to report to the Senate that my office has received a message of condolence from the IPU vide a letter dated 14th May, 2018. That letter, addressed to the Speaker of the National Assembly and the Speaker of the Senate is signed by the President of the IPU, Sen. Gabriela Cuevas Barron and the Secretary General Mr. Martin Chungong. In the letter, the union expressed sympathy and solidarity with the Parliament and the people of Kenya during those trying time. This letter reads, and I quote:- “Dear Mr. Speakers, We are saddened to learn of the tragedy that struck your country last week when a dam burst in Northern Kenya after weeks of torrential rain. We understand that over 45 people were swept away by the waters, including 20 children. The damage in property and homes was also quite extensive. Our thoughts go out to the families of the victims at this very trying time. We wish to extent our heartfelt sympathy and solidarity with the Parliament of Kenya and through you, to the people of Kenya. Yours sincerely, Signed Sen. Gabriela Cuevas Barron Mr. Martin Chungong” As I stated earlier, the letter is signed by the IPU President and the Secretary General. This, hon. Senators, should encourage us that we are not alone as a nation. The community of nations stands with us at this difficult time when we most need support in every area, including, moral support. On behalf of the Senate, and on my own behalf, I thank the IPU for this message of condolence. Once again, on behalf of the Senate and on own behalf, I convey our heartfelt condolences to the affected families and the people of Nakuru County at large. I thank you. Order, hon. Senators. Since we had an opportunity to convey our condolences and thoughts around this issue, we will leave this matter to rest for the time being. THE THIRD ANNUAL LEGISLATIVE SUMMIT"
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