{"count":1608389,"next":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/?format=json&page=152679","previous":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/?format=json&page=152677","results":[{"id":1544972,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1544972/?format=json","text_counter":22,"type":"heading","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"DEVASTATING FIRE OUTBREAKS IN ELBARTA PLAINS, SAMBURU NORTH CONSTITUENCY"},{"id":1544973,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1544973/?format=json","text_counter":23,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Lemaltian","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"Mr. Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1), to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on Lands, Environment and Natural Resources regarding the devastating fire outbreaks in Elbarta Plains in Samburu North Constituency, Samburu County. The Elbarta Plains is a critical grassland ecosystem that has historically supported thousands of livestock and wildlife. It is one of the last remaining intact land cover areas in Samburu County and serves as a vital refuge for pastoralists during droughts. The recent wildfires have destroyed vast swathes of land, severely threatening livelihoods, biodiversity and regional stability. The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate."},{"id":1544974,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1544974/?format=json","text_counter":24,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Lemaltian","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"Mr. Speaker, Sir, multiple fire outbreaks have been recorded, beginning with a blaze on 1st February, 2025 in Lbaa Oibor, which spread rapidly to Lderendei, destroying over 1,000 acres. Subsequently, fires erupted in Ltirim Loldrkesi on 7th February, 2025 burning for four days. Again, on 13th February, 2025 affecting Sikira Plain, Lkangura Loregel and Marti Plateau, with flames raging for eight days consistently. In March, fires continued, with an incident on 4th March, 2025 burning for five days from Naagis to Lomirog Hill. Another fire broke out on 7th March, 2025 in Noosidan and Ltepes. In total, more than 30,000 acres of crucial forage have been lost. Mr. Speaker, Sir, despite prompt reporting to the County Disaster Department and information sharing with the local community, there was no effective response due to inadequate disaster preparedness in the region. Security agencies were notified and efforts were made by the Grevy's Zebra Trust (GZT) along with conservancy rangers to control the fires, but they were overwhelmed. In the Statement the committee should- (1) Investigate the causes of the fires, including potential natural factors or human activities such as arson, land disputes, or illegal practices. (2) State whether there are plans to enhance security measures to facilitate community participation in disaster mitigation and to establish a regional disaster response unit equipped to handle wildfires (3) Assess disaster preparedness and recommend the establishment of mobile fire units, regional fire stations, and aerial firefighting support. (4) Implement fire prevention and emergency response training for local communities and conservancy rangers. (5) Propose legislative measures to improve wildfire response, inter-agency coordination, and disaster mitigation strategies. I thank you."},{"id":1544975,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1544975/?format=json","text_counter":25,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. Kingi","speaker_title":"The Speaker","speaker":null,"content":" Proceed, Sen. Alexander Mundigi."},{"id":1544976,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1544976/?format=json","text_counter":26,"type":"heading","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"TARMACKING OF SIAKAGO-SOKO-KAMUMU-KANYUAMBORA ROAD IN MBEERE NORTH SUB-COUNTY"},{"id":1544977,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1544977/?format=json","text_counter":27,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Munyi Mundigi","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"Mr. Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1), to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on Roads, Transportation and Housing regarding tarmacking of the Siakago-Soko-Kamumu-Kanyuambora road in Mbeere North Sub-County, Embu County. This road serves as a crucial economic corridor for the residents of Mbeere North and its completion is vital for the economic growth of the region. The construction of the road, which covers an approximate distance of 35 kilometres commenced in 2021. However, in 2023, the project was re-tendered and to date, only 3kilometres have been constructed. In the Statement, the Committee should address the following- (1) State the estimated cost for the construction of the above-mentioned road and clarify the reasons for the inordinate delay in completion of this road following the re- tendering in 2023. The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate."},{"id":1544978,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1544978/?format=json","text_counter":28,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Munyi Mundigi","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"(2) Explain why the contractor is not on site and give timelines within which the Ministry is planning to complete the road."},{"id":1544979,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1544979/?format=json","text_counter":29,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. Kingi","speaker_title":"The Speaker","speaker":null,"content":" Sen. Beatrice Ogola."},{"id":1544980,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1544980/?format=json","text_counter":30,"type":"heading","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"POOR LIVING CONDITIONS OF POLICE AT NDHIWA POLICE STATION"},{"id":1544981,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1544981/?format=json","text_counter":31,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. Kingi","speaker_title":"The Speaker","speaker":null,"content":" This Statement is deferred."}]}