{"count":1608389,"next":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/?format=json&page=157246","previous":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/?format=json&page=157244","results":[{"id":1590642,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1590642/?format=json","text_counter":131,"type":"scene","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"(Loud consultations)"},{"id":1590643,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1590643/?format=json","text_counter":132,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Haji","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"Mr. Speaker, Sir can I be protected?"},{"id":1590644,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1590644/?format=json","text_counter":133,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. Kingi","speaker_title":"The Speaker","speaker":null,"content":" Order, hon. Senators. May Sen. Haji be heard in silence? Proceed, Sen. Haji."},{"id":1590645,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1590645/?format=json","text_counter":134,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Haji","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. Faith Kipyegon’s victory in athletics is rooted in humility and determination. Born on 10th January, 1994 as the eighth of nine children to a modest family in Bomet County, she ran barefoot to school and began athletics at the age of 14, after excelling in a Physical Education (PE) race, even before owning her first spikes. Her early triumphs include; edging out older rivals to claim gold at both the 2011 and 2013, World Cross Country Juniors and clinching the 1,500 metres titles at the 2011 World Youth and 2012, World Junior championships. Mr. Speaker, Sir, as a senior, her track record over the years speaks volumes. Three- time Olympic champion in the 1,500 metres, Rio 2016, Tokyo, 2020 and Paris, 2024. Three-time world champion London, 2017, Eugene, 2022 and Budapest, 2023. Diamond League champion on multiple occasions, including memorable wins in Monaco, Brussels and Paris; and 2023 world record treble, breaking world records in 1,500 metres, 5,000 metres, and the mile within just two months. Reflecting on her record-breaking run at the Florence Diamond League, Kipyegon spoke warmly of the role competition played, noting how her rivals stayed with her in the chase. I will quote-"},{"id":1590646,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1590646/?format=json","text_counter":135,"type":"scene","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"(Sen. Cherarkey consulted loudly)"},{"id":1590647,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1590647/?format=json","text_counter":136,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Haji","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"Mr. Speaker, Sir, Sen. Cherarkey is making too much noise. Reflecting on her record-breaking run at the Florence Diamond League, Kipyegon spoke warmly of the role competition played, noting how her rivals stayed with her in the chase. I quote- “To be honest, the ladies were pushing me in the race, and that is what I wanted, to motivate the younger generation to come and do even do better.” She said, moved by the sight of competitors gathering to cheer her on, as she came around for her lap of honour. During the Eugene Diamond League, 2025, in the women’s 1,500 metres, Faith Kipyegon delivered a phenomenal performance by clocking an astonishing time of three minutes 48:68 seconds thereby breaking her previous record of three minutes 49.04 seconds set during the Paris Diamond League, July, 2023."},{"id":1590648,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1590648/?format=json","text_counter":137,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Haji","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposes only.A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard and Audio Services,Senate."},{"id":1590649,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1590649/?format=json","text_counter":138,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Haji","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"This breathtaking feat reaffirms her dominance and relentless pursuit of excellence in middle distance running. What makes this achievement even more remarkable is that it comes just nine days after she narrowly missed becoming the first woman in history to run a mile in under four minutes, a feat she has long pursued and which remains within her grasps, but she still managed to achieve to run the fastest mile in history by any woman. Mr. Speaker, Sir, on the same evening, Beatrice Chebet demonstrated sheer brilliance and tactical mastery to claim victory in the women's 5,000 metres. This was not just a win, but a historic achievement as she broke the world record, clocking an impressive 13 minutes 58.06 seconds; shaving more than two seconds off the previous record set by Ethiopia’s Gudaf Tsegay in Eugene, Oregon in 2022. This made her the first woman in history to run the 5,000 metres in under 14 minutes. Chebet's performance was described as a display of sheer brilliance and tactical mastery as she led from start to finish, maintaining a blistering pace throughout the race. Mr. Speaker, Sir, Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet; two friends who embody the very best of Kenyan talent, combining discipline, resilience and unmatched skill. Their success in Eugene, Oregon, reminds us all of the immense potential that lies within our nation when talent is nurtured and supported. These two remarkable athletes have once again lifted the Kenyan flag high on the global stage. Their achievements are a testament to Kenya's enduring legacy in athletics and serve as a powerful source of inspiration for the youth across the country. Mr. Speaker, Sir, on my behalf, on behalf of the Senate and the people of Kenya, I extend heartfelt congratulations to Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet for their incredible victories. We celebrate them not only as champions of the track, but as role models for the entire nation. May they continue to shine and inspire future generations as they prepare for more global competitions. I thank you."},{"id":1590650,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1590650/?format=json","text_counter":139,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. Kingi","speaker_title":"The Speaker","speaker":null,"content":" Hon. Senators, we will comeback to this Order for purposes of getting comments from Hon. Senators. For now, pursuant to Standing Order No.45(2), allow me, for the convenience of the House, to rearrange today’s Order Paper. We will now move to Order Nos. 8, 9 and 10, then we come back for comments."},{"id":1590651,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1590651/?format=json","text_counter":140,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. Kingi","speaker_title":"The Speaker","speaker":null,"content":"Clerk, you may proceed to call those Orders."}]}