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    "id": 982313,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Hon. Lusaka",
    "speaker_title": "The Speaker",
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    "content": "As an African Statesman, the former President served as Chairman of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) for two consecutive terms, in 1981 and in 1982. He was also involved in peace mission and mediation between various conflicting sides in Uganda, Congo, Somalia, Chad, Sudan, Namibia, Mozambique, Angola and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. He was also instrumental in the re-establishment of the East African Community (EAC) in 2000, after the collapse of the initial organization in 1977. The re-establishment of the EAC, peace missions, notably the South Sudan peace process and mediation efforts, among others were testament to his commitment to Pan-Africanism, a vision that he held dear for all Africans. Hon. Senators, the late Mzee Moi established himself as a strong family man. He met and married Lena Moi in 1950. They were blessed with eight children; three daughters - Jennifer, Doris and June and five sons - the late Jonathan, Raymond, John Mark, Philip and Gideon. He was also a doting grandfather to several grandchildren. His fatherly heart reflected on how he treated his friends and the needy in our society and in charity initiatives that he founded and patronized to help the less fortunate in society. We are comforted by the thought that he lives in the hearts of the millions of Kenyans who benefited from his selfless leadership that spanned over half a century in public affairs. Hon. Senators, today we honour his legacy and mourn his loss alongside his family and friends, the people of Kenya, Africa and the world in general. On behalf of the Senate of the Republic of Kenya and on my own behalf, I convey our heartfelt condolences to our colleagues, the Senator for Baringo County, Sen. Gideon Moi and the Member of National Assembly for Rongai Constituency, Hon. Raymond Moi; the larger Moi family and the people of Kenya. Eternal rest grant to him, O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul rest in peace. Hon. Senators, it is now my humble request that we all stand and observe a minute of silence in honour of His Excellency the late President Daniel Toroitich arap Moi, CGH. I thank you."
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