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    "id": 835450,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/835450/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Narok North, ODM",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Richard ole Kenta",
    "speaker": {
        "id": 420,
        "legal_name": "Richard Moitalel ole Kenta",
        "slug": "richard-moitalel-ole-kenta"
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    "content": "As pointed out in the Report, it is imperative that we save these companies from this unnecessary harassment which is not justified. It is also important to note that at all times, the Sugar Directorate, having failed to give evidence as to what this company was accused of, it also failed to implement the resolution of Parliament. It only did so after it was summoned by the Committee on Implementation. They also confirmed that Kenafric has been complying with all the necessary legislation and regulations that govern their activities and that there was no reason for the Sugar Directorate to have done what they did. In essence, the Ministry and the Sugar Directorate cleared this company of any malpractices and wrongful activities that it was accused of. It should also be noted by Members that no factory or industry in Kenya is able to produce industrial sugar. This is only obtained through importation. This company imports industrial sugar which is accounted for from the place of origin up to the time of landing in Kenya. So, there is no way that anybody can divert this sugar to other places or for other uses. Hon. Speaker, all this having been confirmed by the relevant Ministry and the directorate responsible for sugar matters, the Committee was left with no alternative other than to say that what was done was unjustified, unlawful and that Parliament did not play any role in whatever happened. Because of this, it is the recommendation of the Committee that the real culprits in the destruction factories like Miwani and the rest must be followed relentlessly. However, this should not be used as a red herring, leading to people being denied their livelihoods as people who brought the sugar industry down to its knees continue to benefit. We also confirm that this company never imported any sugar during the window period in 2017. It was never involved in any questionable activities."
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