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New parliamentary speaker sworn in

    NAIROBI

    A new parliamentary speaker, Dr Vincent Biruta, of the Social Democratic Party (PSD), has been elected to replace Joseph Sebarenzi Kabuye who resigned amid accusations of abuse of office and trying to divide the army. Sebarenzi has denied the allegations. RNA said Biruta gained 75 percent of votes during an extraordinary session of parliament on Wednesday. “Taking the oath is very easy, but more is required to fulfill the responsibilities,” Biruta was quoted as saying.

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