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    "id": 836855,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/836855/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Kajiado South, JP",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Katoo ole Metito",
    "speaker": {
        "id": 13239,
        "legal_name": "Janet Marania Teyiaa",
        "slug": "janet-marania-teyiaa"
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    "content": "I will just talk about what we found in the embassies in the USA where I led the delegation to and then I will leave the rest to my colleagues to talk about the areas they visited. The building that houses the Embassy of the Republic of Kenya in Washington DC has greatly deteriorated with the passage of time. In comparison with our neighbouring structures, it stands out as neglected. Secondly, the masonry facades for the general structure especially the external walling are in fair condition, but cleaning and minor repairs are necessary. The wooden windows have deteriorated with the passage of time and battering by elements of weather and require to be replaced with modern aluminium glaze windows. This being historical building, care must be taken to preserve the nature of the facades. We own the building. The iron sheet roof and the supporting structure had deteriorated extensively and there was evidence of general leakages. Gutters and down water pipes were extremely corroded. Most of the ceilings have evidence of current and previous damages associated with leakages from the roof. Even the so- called Kenya House is also in bad shape. That building which we own is mainly partitioned using plastered masonry. It was apparent that some of the partitions had to be added without consideration of proper circulation pattern and fire escape routes. The internal wall finishes had been painted severally over time and most of the old paint is dead and peeling off. The paints dating back several decades ago could be containing lead components and it is making it a health hazard."
}