The Council- Monthly Council of Governors Secretariat Publication ISSUE 7

COUNCIL OF GOVERNORS May- June IN THIS ISSUE Communicating Our Results and Outputs COMMUNICATING COUNTY RESULTS page 1 By Yvonne Ogwang

Council Of Governors The Council of Governors on Friday, June 17th 2016 held a meeting dubbed Leadership “Communicating County Results” at Safari Park Hotel. The meeting saw Excellency page 4 Governors, County Executive Committee Members, County Secretaries and Communication Directors in attendance to discuss the milestones that County A Great Leader; Dr. Willy Governments have covered. The meeting was opened by word of prayer and the Mutunga national Anthem played in honour of our country . Opening remarks were done by page 6 the H.E Ukur Yatani, Chief Whip, Council of Governors and Governor Marasabit County and welcoming remarks by the Vice Chair of the Council of Governors, H.E John Mruttu. Water Towers protection and Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Project Launch page 7

Trade and Investment page 7

Homa Beauty Crowned Miss Tourism Kenya page 8

Semi-Annual Review Workshop H.E , Chairman Council of Governors speaking during the State of Devolution page 9 address The gathering that had members of the fourth estate, explained how county How to deal with stress at the governments have used their resources and how much difference the common Work place mwananchi has seen since the inception of Devolution. This was delivered by Chairman page 9 of the Council of Governors, H.E Peter Munya as he appraised the County Governments for the good work that had been done, especially noting challanges faced and overcome Nutrition: Food for Thought as pioneer governments since the inception of devolution. He reiterated the importance page 10 of Devolution by saying devolution is supposed to promote democratic and accountable exercise of power; to foster national unity by recognizing diversity; to enhance public The Devolution Torch participation and self-governance of communities. page 11 He noted that it is because of Kenyans voices and the constitution that County Pictorial Governments hold offices which reminded Kenyans that the power belongs to them page 12 as citizens; Kenyans are the true reason why devolution is working since they voted in

Upcoming Events page 13 the current constitution. It is in the same spirit of Devolution governments have achieved the following: tarmacked that Counties reported that health services are now closer roads- 379 kilometers; murammed roads- 35,934 kilometers; and affordable to residents in the county. It was also evident new roads that have been opened- 19,148 kilometers; and that since County Governments took over Health which is a rehabilitated roads total to 9,572 kilometers. Counties are devolved function it has recorded great improvement. In 2012, also beginning to also embrace innovative and advanced there were 8,466 health centers and dispensaries, currently technologies like the Probase road construction technology our numbers stand at 10,032 health facilities. Counties have which is cost effective, cheap, durable and easy to maintain. also employed more health care personnel as is evident for In ICT, counties have essentially invested deeply in ensuring example in 2013, they found 874 doctors and 6,620 nurses and that the ICT infrastructure in the counties is accessible, we now have 1,302 doctors and 8,903 nurses in our facilities. efficient and reliable. The world is becoming a global village, Another notable improvement is the infant mortality rate that hence through ICT, counties have enhanced the opportunities has dropped to 39% per every 1000 live births. of accessing jobs, the youth applying to get tenders In Water and Sanitation, there has been improvement of within their counties, automation of revenue in counties, water coverage across the country. Household access to entrepreneurial skills to be advanced for instance, Kericho water has increased to over 60%. In most Counties, water is County investment in ICT has materialized into fully equipped now available to 70% of the households and additional 600 ICT Citizens’ Service Centers. County launched Kenya’s households are now connected with piped water. Counties first County Government electronic payment system- e-jiji are rehabilitating and constructing dams to ensure that water pay- which has introduced efficiency and convenience in provision in Counties meets the needs of it’s people. County revenue collection. The system has increased accountability Governments have also initiated, supported and sustained by minimizing cases of corruption since it has sealed revenue various community water projects across the Country. leakages that has for many decades cost the city millions of Providing clean water to citizens has reduced the spread of shillings every year. water-borne diseases. Counties have constructed new markets for locals to Agriculture being the backbone of the Kenyan economy, facilitate trading activities in the counties. Before 2013, Counties have invested in mechanization thereby reducing the there were 362 markets across the Counties. We now cost of farm preparations and essentially leading to increased have 651 markets. County governments know that thriving crop and animal production.132 Value addition projects have domestic trade has the net effect of uplifting thousands of been instituted in 34 Counties and 1,021 greenhouses installed livelihoods. Cooperatives Societies have been established in 36 Counties. Also, to improve productivity, Counties are for the promotion of agriculture and the jua kali industry. In now covering over 541,627 farmers with extension services. 2013, we had 1,396 cooperatives, and we now boast of 1,806 911 cattle dips have been constructed and rehabilitated in 28 cooperatives with a turnover of KES 56 billion. Cooperative Counties. societies in Kenya are employing more than 300,000 people besides providing opportunities for self-employment to many In the Early Childhood Development Education, Counties have more. witnessed increased enrollment into ECD centers by over 20%. In 2013, the ECD enrollment was at 1,691,286 and now, it is at In public finance, though the national government has 2,074,060. Additionally, 30,049 teachers and assistants have proven difficult in fulfilling their promise to give the County been recruited to cater for the increased enrollment. County Governments all the amounts allocated to them, County Governments have in total built over 5,951 ECD centers and Governments still have remarkable success stories in revenue equipped them with desks with a bid to ensuring that pre- collection. This year County Governments are estimated to school children learn in a conducive environment. Over 598 collect KES 56.65 billion from local sources. Already for the half centers have been refurbished. Youth and Polytechnics is year assessment ending December 2015, the local revenues another function under Education that was devolved to the collected by County Governments totaled KES 13.92 billion counties, here Counties are investing in construction of youth representing 24.6 percent of the annual target of KES 56.65 polytechnics to nurture the skills of young people and prepare billion and is an increase from KES 13.08 billion generated them for the job market. in a similar period of FY 2014/15. Counties are projected to collect KES 22.8 billion more in the 2015/16 financial year than In Roads and infrastructure, between 2013 and 2016, county the 2014/15 year. This is attributed to better revenue collection by automation and streamlining of financial systems. All the 47 County Governments are progressively shifting from the manual revenue collection systems to digitalized systems essentially sealing the loopholes that were allowing revenue leakages.

It is evident that devolution has improved the lives of many Kenyans and we are proud to say, this far, County Governments under the leadership of their respective Governors has moved milestones to ensure improved livelihood for every citizen of this country. We must never forget that if we were under the same regime we were in over 50 years ago, life would still be the same, access to important facilities like hospitals, water, transport would all still be impossible. We are proud to say, County Governments have done an awesome job to ensure that every Kenyan feels the effect of Devolution.

Like Samael Aun Weor said, “If evolution exists in every living species, likewise to devolution.” If we humans acknowledge that times change, and we change, so we must also accept that systems change and we must change with it. Devolution is here to stay and we all must choose to uphold it and guard it diligently. COUNCIL OF GOVERNORS LEADERSHIP

By Elizabeth Wambui

The Council of Governors held its annual leadership elections on May 27th. H.E Peter Munya, Governor Meru County was re-elected as the Chairman, Council of Governors. H.E John Mruttu, Vice Chairman and H.E Ukur Yatani maintained his position as Chief whip.

The Council of Governors works under committees and each committee is chaired by a Governor. Below is the leadership structure of the Council and the respective chairs of the committees.

H.E Peter Munya

Chairman, Council of Governors

H.E Eng. John Mruttu H.E Ukur Yatani

Vice Chairman, Council of Governors Whip, Council of Governors

H.E Okoth Obado H.E Ali Roba H.E H.E Prof. Paul Chepkwony

Chairman, Agriculture Chairman, Arid and Semi- Chairman, Cooperatives and Chairman, Education, Youth, Committee Arid Land (ASAL) Committee Enterprise Development Sports, Culture and Social Services Committee H.E H.E H.E H.E Eng. John Mruttu

Chairman, Finance and Chairman, Health Committee Chairman, Human Resources, Chairman, Infrastructure and Economic Affairs Committee Labor and Social Welfare Energy Committee Committee

H.E H.E H.E H.E Dr. Julius Malombe

Chairman, Intergovernmental Chairman, Information, Chairman, Legal Affairs and Chairman, Urban Development, Relations Committee Technology and Human Rights Committee Planning and Lands Committee Communication Committee

H.E Hussein Dado H.E H.E Dr. H.E Nadhif Jama Chairman, Security and Foreign Chairman, Resource Chairman, Rules and Business Chairman, Trade, Industry and Affairs committee Mobilization Committee Investment Committee

H.E Samuel Kuntai Ole Tunai H.E

Chairman, Tourism and Wildlife Chairman, Water, Forestry Committee and Mining Committee A GREAT LEADER; DR. WILLY MUTUNGA

By Anne Mukii

The country has indeed benefited tremendously from having The judiciary jointly trained legal officers and county attorneys such an innovative personality. It goes without saying that the on devolution as a way of demonstrating its commitment to country itself has felt the impact of his leadership, positive constructive engagement. In his role at the judiciary, he was reforms as well as the new lease of life that his presence gave grateful to counties that offered land for construction of to the Judiciary. So much can be said of the Chief Justice. courts to enable the institution meet its constitutional and Perhaps the most outstanding attributes being Dr. Willy legal obligations. Mutunga’s strong reform activism is his long term involvement in the fight for the protection of human rights, his strong pro- He once stated that the county governments should be fully democracy credentials and most importantly, his unwavering recognized as they had a major role to play in the devolution support for the implementation of the Constitution and the structure that could be underestimated. There is a lot to entire devolution agenda. He has kept and glorified the great learn from the Judiciary and Dr. Willy’s Mutungas leadership, traditions and practices that serve the people of Kenya; as a country, we are fortunate to have shared your expertise those that animate the constitution, and he has solidified and your knowledge, both of which you gave willingly and those traditions that affirm our human dignity. He has also passionately. enlightened Kenyans on the new constitution as well as created awareness on their roles in participation concerning their rights

Hon. Dr. Willy Mutunga cutting his bithday and farewell cake during a farewell dinner organized by The Council of Governors

Dr. Willy Mutunga (To his right) H.E Peter Munya (Chairman, Hon. Willy Mutunga, We thank you and the entire Judiciary for Council of Governors), H.E Prof. Paul Chepkwony, H.E Julius defending and protecting devolution. Keep up the good work. Malombe and H.E Moses Akaranga. (To his left) Speaker of Council of Governors wishes you well in your retirement. the Senate Hon. Ekwee Ethuro, H.E Salim Mvurya and H.E Jack Devolution needs you. Keep in touch. Ranguma “Transformation is not mine; it is for Kenya and for He strongly supported devolution of power and resources, Kenyans”- Hon. Willy Mutunga, Retired Chief Justice of Kenya not as an act of political posturing but as a constitutional duty and President of the Supreme Court of Kenya. to give voice and meaning to the principles outlined in Article 10 of the constitution. He ensured that the judiciary supports devolved structures for the success of devolution and as a result, the Judicial Service Act established High Courts in every county and a magistrate’s court in every district reducing the long distances citizens had to cover to access courts. This created efficient court processes. WATER TOWERS PROTECTION AND CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION AND ADAPTATION PROJECT LAUNCH

By Arnold Kipchumba

The Kenyan government and the European Union officially The Ministry of Environment and the implementing agencies launched the Water Towers Protection and Climate Change will work towards strengthening County Governments Mitigation and adaptation project (WATERTOWERS) on 23rd with knowledge and skills to coordinate the restoration, June, 2016 at Hill School Eldoret. The project seeks to eradicate conservation and management of Water Towers. poverty through improving the productivity of the ecosystem in two of Kenya’s five water towers, at Mt Elgon and Cherengany Hills. The six- year programme that is a collaborative effort of several implementing agencies, with the support of the European Union through a grant worth 31,000,000 Euro, which translates to Ksh.3.6 billion.

The programme is being implemented through the responsibility of the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources together with Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI), Kenya Forest Service (KFS), Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), Kenya Water H.E Alex Tolgos and CS Environment and Natural Resource Prof. Judi Wakhungu planting a tree in Hill School Eldoret. Tower Agency (KWTA), National Climate Change Secretariat and the 11 counties within the catchment area namely; Busia, This is an ambitious programme which when fully implemented, Bungoma, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nandi, Kakamega, Kisumu, Vihiga, will preserve the environment for future generations while Uasin Gishu, Siaya, Trans-Nzoia and West Pokot. improving the lives of the communities through ecologically County Governments within the programme will be supported and economically sustainable land use systems and livelihood to identify, appraise and implement rehabilitation, reclamation interventions. This offers a win-win solution for both the and restoration mechanisms for ecologically and economically community and the environment. sustainable land use systems. Some of the expected results This programme is a key step to taking action in tackling small from this programme include enhanced management, climate change through sustainable ecosystem services. implementation of efficient systems and capacity building. TRADE AND INVESTMENT By Joseph Kung’u

The Constitution of Kenya 2010 devolved the function of local trade to County Governments thereby obligating them to facilitate trade in the Counties. This domiciled County Governments to play critical roles in the development of the Country. It is important to however note that since the inception of devolution, there have been a number of challenges that have been faced in the trade sector especially in the areas of harmonization of levies and fees by charged by Counties.

To achieve competitive advantage in the local market across board, we must develop effective policies geared towards a sustain- able economic development and ultimately create jobs for our youth. To necessitate this, Counties need to initiate development of legislation that is aligned to National Policies on trade thereby unlocking the non-tariff barriers at the point of entry and exit of each County. Non-tariff barriers are the main restrictions and limitations that affect local trade. These tariffs have negative effects in trade facilitation as they limit the movement of goods across Counties due to increased cost of doing business, unnecessary charges and restrictive policies. The tariffs include charges at every major county entry points, different licencing procedures and transport among others.

The Council of Governors has in the past facilitated the development of Trade Model Laws that were shared with Counties for adoption in a bid to endorse uniformity in trade regulations in the 47 Counties. HOMA BAY BEAUTY CROWNED MISS TOURISM KENYA 2016

By Irene Cherotich

Twenty one year old Wendy Om0llo from Homa Bay County, was crowned Miss Tourism Kenya 2016 at a colorful ceremony in Kidundu Stadium, Vihiga County on June 18th 2016. Wendy beat all the other county beauties from the rest of the counties to emerge the winner. She wowed the judges with her catwalks, tall posture, beautiful smile and prowess in communication. First Runners up position went to Laurah Keziah Matakala from Uasin Gishu County and Bomet’s Winnie Chepng’etich Rop was the second runners up.

(Center) Miss Tourism Kenya 2016 winner Wendy Omollo, (left) First Runners up Laurah Keziah Matakala and (right) second runners up Winnie Chepng’etich Rop With six pillars making up Miss Tourism, the contestants were go to a country that is not peaceful. Kenya is a very peaceful made ambassadors of each pillar. Ms Wendy Omollo (Peace country. We have 42 different tribes and 42 different cultures. and Unity), Ms Matakala (Hospitality), Ms Chepng’etich But we are brought together by ‘Kenyanism’.” (Investment), Ms Wanjiku (Culture), Ms Elizabeth Muthoni (Tourism), and Ms Winfred Gakii (Environment). The top positions were bagged by, Homa Bay, Uasin Gishu, Bomet, Kwale, Kajiado, Meru, Samburu,Busia and Nyeri. The beauty from Mombasa County, Ms Babylynn Mukila was awarded the Miss Congeniality Award. Ms Mukila who despite The beauty pageant which is held annualy attracts participants being deaf, won the heart of the judges with her skills and from all the 47 counties. Various cultural heritages were confidence. Murang’a County was not left behind as Jennifer showcased by the participants from the various counties. The Wanjiku won the people’s choice award. beauty pageant has for a long time served as a unifying factor for Kenyans. Miss Tourism director, Ms Alice Kamunge in her Top government officials also graced the event; Excellency speech emphasized that it is the counties’ task to live up to Governors, Hon. Raila Odinga, Water and Irrigation CS Eugene the challenge to promote tourism in their rural regions by Wamalwa, Mining CS Dan Kazungu , Deputy Governors, County hosting the beauty pageant. First Ladies, CEC’s Tourism, and members of the public. The event which was also aired live was watched by numerous The leaders present praised devolution, saying it has Kenyans who are Miss Tourism Kenya enthusiasts. manifested itself in such events that contribute to having a cohesive nation. Bomet governor H.E said, “We The girls were subjected to various tasks before the winner have met here as Kenyans. What else can bring us together was chosen. First, they cat walked in various outfits as they other than devolution?” showcased their cat walking skills. The Question and Answer session was the defining moment to decide who takes the crown home. The judges also tested their tourism marketing skills. One of statements that saw Ms Wendy Omollo win the beauty pageant was “We have to admit that nobody wants to SEMI-ANNUAL REVIEW WORKSHOP

By Samuel Mutisya

The Council of Governors Secretariat Staff held the Semi Annu- also inform the next phase of planning. al Review meeting on Thursday 23rd and Friday 24th June 2016 at the Concord Hotel Parklands,Nairobi. 3. The Finance department outlined the proposed budgets per outcome area, actual resources mobilized and deficit The review was aimed at aligning the sector workplans with for both Government of Kenya support, County contribu- the donor supported activities and further informing the Gov- tions and Donor support including operation costs. They ernment Fiscal Year 2016/2017. Each committee outlined the also outlined projections of what is needed for the annual outputs achieved for their outcome areas taking into consider- year and tasked the resource mobilization department to ation the CoG annual plan and donor supported output areas. ensure the deficit is met.

The key achievements noted include: The outcome of the meeting was harmonized work plans to inform the next phase of implementation July-December 1. Human resourcing and staffing at the Council. It was noted 2016, identification of resource gaps for the Financial Year that the Human Resource Department had recruited 56 staff 2016/2017 and the overall concurrence that while the Strate- members against the targeted 88.It was noted that COG is one gic Plan implementation is on track, more needs to be done of the few institutions attaining uniform gender representation to implement the outlined outputs not yet achieved like the with 30 men(53%) and women(47%).The department had also Communications Strategy and the Service Charter for the put in place staff capacity building development opportunities. Secretariat. This will ensure Continuous Professional Development in the areas identified. The work planning retreat culminated in a team building exercise themed on identification of fears and need for 2. Monitoring and Evaluation Unit took staff members through collective responsibility to conquer the same. Thereafter the various reporting requirements while emphasizing the the Chief Executive Officer treated the staff members to a need for tracking the implementation of the current Strategic dinner. Plan 2014-2017 to ensure the targets set out are achieved and FEATURE STORY HOW TO DEAL WITH STRESS AT THE WORKPLACE By Irene Cherotich

Stress has proven to reduce an employee’s productivity. healthy living. A perfect example being Yoga classes which Not only does stress reduce productivity but also hinders is known to relax the mind. Regular exercising is a powerful performance. At work, there is always too much pressure for stress reliever. As they say, those who think they have no time one to deliver. If one is not resilient enough, he/she may end for exercise will sooner or later have to find time for illness. up getting stressed leading to depression. Relating well with colleagues at the workplace is also vital A stressed mind can never be in the right position to deliver. in ensuring one is stress free. It is advisable to have a good You need to free your mind from stress and learn to deal with relationship with all colleagues at the workplace. Strenuous stress. Avoid negativity and focus on just the positive things in relationships at work leads to underperformance which life. See the beauty in everything that comes your way. Even if thereafter leads to stressed individual. it is a bunch of papers that you need to work on before the day ends, work on it tirelessly without complaining. Lastly, having a spiritual life is essential. At the end of the day, one should be able to sit down and reflect on the day’s events When it comes to reducing stress levels, the right diet is the and have a minute or two of breathing in and out to relax the way to go. Eating healthy means your mind will also be healthy. mind. Avoid fatty and sugary foods, stick to the proper diet and don’t over indulge. Exercise also aids in relieving stress and a FEATURE STORY NUTRITION: FOOD FOR THOUGHT

By Anne Mukii

When one thinks of malnutrition in Kenya or any other African weight effortlessly to become slim and healthy. Nutrition country, what usually comes to mind is stunting, underweight volunteers prepare community meals in villages where people and possibly micronutrient deficiencies. Hardly ever do sample new foods, practice preparing nutritious recipes, thoughts of over-nutrition, cross people’s minds, but Kenya, and learn about nutritional issues such as the importance of like many other African countries, grapples with two heavy ensuring a diverse diet especially for pregnant and lactating burdens of malnutrition: the burden of the traditional under- women. nutrition and the burden of over-nutrition. Malnutrition affects 1 in 3 people around the world. Eradicating malnutrition requires perseverance from all of us, and the Global Nutrition Report 2016 gives us our Nutrition is no longer just a health problem, but a social backbone and resolve. It also ensures that we hold each and development problem that needs to be addressed other accountable and learn from each others successes and collaboratively by different actors like the government failures. ministries (health, agriculture, gender, sports, culture and social services, finance, education, and water, among others), Since devolution was implemented, nutrition has shown the private sector, civil society, researchers, and development tremendous improvement. Child and maternal mortality ratios partners. reduced, nutrition status of mothers, new-born and children

When children don’t have the right early nutrition and under five years improved. Enhance mobilization and political stimulation, they are disadvantaged before they even set commitment for nutrition, Scale up of actions at country level foot in school. It is important to create such awareness in our and strengthening the expertise and the knowledge-base country. It is not food if it has arrived through the window of for nutrition. Devolved government present an opportunity your car. The food you eat can either be the safest and most for increased lobbying and increased resources to address powerful form of medicine or the slowest form of poison. nutrition challenges.

The burden of malnutrition in Kenya is not only a threat to The bottom line is that nutrition challenges are multi-faceted achieving Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and Vision and complex. Through women nutrition volunteers, and 2030 but also a clear indication of inadequate realization of indeed in households and families, we are finding lasting human rights. solutions in nutrition and empowering strong influential leaders in communities. The greatest wealth is health. The solutions to malnutrition are practical, basic and have to be applied at scale and prioritized. Eating healthy nutritious food is the simple and right solution to get rid of excess body THE DEVOLUTION TORCH

By Elizabeth Wambui

The Chair of the Council of Governors H.E Peter Munya led the Governors in a launch of a campaign dubbed ‘The Devolution Torch’ on 17th June 2016 at Safari Park Hotel .

Excellency Governors and Deputy Governors officially launching the Devolutionorch T at Safari Park Hotel

The Devolution Torch aims to foster peace, promote co-existence and encourage dialogue. This will allow counties to showcase the success stories of devolution, counter negative narratives driven by opponents of devolution, encourage inclusion in the management of county affairs and foster cohesion among the various tribes, sub tribes and clans in Kenya as we approach the 2017 electioneering period.

The Torch will visit all the 47 counties in Kenya interacting with County leaders, citizens and witnessing the projects initiated by the devolved units that are solving the challenges of the common mwananchi and improving their quality of life. The symbol will be the torch of devolution which will be passed from one county to the other.

The Devolution Torch will be carried on a caravan that will consist of a fully-fledged media team that will document on video and photos and disseminate the same across social media platforms, radio, TV and print. There will be a dedicated website which will be updated on a daily basis and where Kenyans can follow the Devolution Torch on a livestream channel.

At the point of passing on the torch, it will be escorted to each border by the Excellency Governor and other leaders from each county. It will be received by the same team at the border of the receiving county.

The Devolution Torch will begin in Kisumu County led by H.E Governor Jack Ranguma. PICTORIAL

Chairman, Council of Governors, H.E Peter Munya attending the presentation of the Certificate of appointment to H.E , CGH, The Third President of Kenya as UNESCO’s Special Envoy for Water in Africa held at his Nyari office.

A consultative meeting between The Council of governors, Ministry of Agriculture and the World Bank on Livestock and Crop insurance.

A meeting between the Council of Governors, Treasury and DANIDA where DANIDA shared an audit report from the counties that received DANIDA funding. UPCOMING EVENTS MEETING DATE VENUE Israel-Kenya Business Forum 5th July 2016 Villa Rosa Keminsky Hotel

Consultative meeting with County Administrators to review the County Governmnents (Amendment) Bill 13th July 2016 Bomas of Kenya (2015)

CEC’s Tourism Meeting 15th July 2016 Council of Governors Offices

Best Practice Centre Visisoning Workshop 20th-22nd July 2016 Windsor Golf and Country Club

Council Meeting 25th July 2016 Council of Governors Offices

QUOTES

“Transformation is not mine; it is for Kenya and for Kenyans” Hon. Dr. Willy Mutunga, Retired Chief Justice of Kenya and teh president of the Supeme Court of Kenya

“Our unique strengths as a nation- our optimism, our spirit of innovation, our industrious nature, our diversity- these things give us everything we need to ensure prosperity and security for generations to come.”

H.E Peter Munya- Chairman Council of Governors

“Only elephants should own ivory”

H.E. Jonathan Mueke- Deputy Governor,

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