28 Jan 2009 in National Assembly:
Mr. Speaker, Sir, I beg to reply.
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28 Jan 2009 in National Assembly:
(a) Mwalimu Hotel in Kisii is connected to the main sewer system by a branchline.
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28 Jan 2009 in National Assembly:
(b) Since there is already a sewerline connecting Mwalimu Hotel to the main sewer system, the removal of the existing perimeter wall for the purpose of allowing free access of the sewer line does not, therefore, arise.
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28 Jan 2009 in National Assembly:
Mr. Speaker, Sir, a branchline is that minor system of the sewer. This hotel is connected to the sewer, and I have a map here, which I can show the hon. Member. It is done just below Plot No.213 owned by Gudika. So, there is a sewer line. Therefore, there is no need of demolishing the perimeter wall.
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28 Jan 2009 in National Assembly:
Let me explain what is happening. There is a dispute between Mwalimu Hotel and a certain Gudika concerning the plot. That is the crux of the matter. In fact, there are two cases that are in court. There is even an appeal. The issue here is ownership and not the sewer. There is a dispute between the two owners.
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28 Jan 2009 in National Assembly:
Mr. Speaker, Sir, I have a map showing the layout of the sewer system, and I want to confirm that Mwalimu Hotel is connected to the sewer system. I have a map here with me. I can see a road and three manholes. So, for there to be manholes, there must be a sewer line. The issue here is plot dispute between Mr. Gudika and Mwalimu Hotel. They are both claiming Plot No.213.
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28 Jan 2009 in National Assembly:
It is true that there is a perimeter fence, but it has nothing to do with the sewer line. In fact, Plot Nos.213 and 214 are on the main road. I can give the hon. Member this map, so that he can see whether what I am saying is true or not.
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28 Jan 2009 in National Assembly:
Mr. Speaker, Sir, in the absence of going there physically, and bringing the sewer system to the House as evidence, the best we can do is bring a map. I have a map here showing the drawing, the layout, the plots, manholes and so on.
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28 Jan 2009 in National Assembly:
On a point of order, Mr. Speaker, Sir. Whenever Ministers are not in the House, you usually advise them to take the business of the House seriously. I just want to put it on record that I was ready and willing to ably answer the Question.
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28 Jan 2009 in National Assembly:
Thank you, Madam Temporary Deputy Speaker. I take this opportunity to give the Government's response. First, I want to say that the Government fully supports this Motion. It is long overdue. We have been doing a lot of ground work concerning this issue and the amendments to the Local Government Act.
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