PS Kello Harsama
@harsama_kello
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Husband, Father, PS State Department for ASALs and Regional Development, career civil servant committed to the nation prosperity.
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@NationAfrica
My communication team has verified its real NATION.
I want to officially say in protest of a deliberate propaganda and misinformation ...that my state department will also NOT advertise in the NATION until am convinced that the war is over. They will have to choose POLITICS or…
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I wish to thank the President for reassigning me duties as PS ASAL and Regional development.
President Ruto has a unique attachment to ASAL regions and understands that I can properly implement his agenda there.
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Nations are now voting to elect the Director General of UN FAO for a new term of 4 years. I ve just voted on behalf of Kenya.
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Today I officially took over the functions of the state department for crops development.
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Today held meeting with members of United Grain Millers Association. Noted that by next week prices of MAIZE and UNGA will REDUCE significantly.
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Congratulations to my dear sister Rehema Jaldesa for her inauguration as CAS.
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The beauty of Mt Kilimanjaro from Loitokitok Town today.
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@brendakerubo7
Thanks Kerubo for raising a red flag on this.
We are aware of this and have began action on it. Recently I cancelled two import licences for 2 companies exporting immature avocados. I visited pack houses involved in this illegal business in Embakasi -PS crops.
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@NationAfrica
Is this real NATION media or somebody feigning its account....if NOT MOSES KURIA has a point.
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Handing over to incoming Crops PS Dr P.Rono as I proceed to the state department of ASAL and Regional Development.
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Bio Update notice!
Formerly Principal Secretary, Crops Development
.Now serving as Principal Secretary, ASAL and Regional Development
Stay tuned for updates and insights on ASAL growth and Regional Development .
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Today signed our Performance Contract as Min of Agriculture with H.E. Dr William Ruto at State House, Nairobi.
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Thankyou H.E
@WilliamsRuto
for appointing me PS state department for crop development...its a big honour to serve Kenyans in this capacity!
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Visited farmers in Loitokitok today to assess the benefits of recent rains on plantations.
By the grace of God, shortly,we will harvest substantially.
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Today hosted Satya Tripathi with H.E First Lady at State House. The Global Alliance for a sustainable planet leader discussed Climate change mitigation.
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In accomplishing my LAST assignment as PS crops i met the Governors of TransNzoia and Bungoma to discuss post harvest management of Maize today.
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Good news!
Today at JKIA, I launched the inaugural Avocado Shipment to India. We will be exporting avocados directly to India, marking a great milestone that will lead to good returns for our farmers and all value chain actors.
@IndiainKenya
@kilimoKE
@KenyaAvocados
…
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Today I launched electronic Phytosanitary certificate to facilitate effecient horticulture trade between Kenya and Netherlands.
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Today, alongside CS
@HonMoses_Kuria
Kuria, Nairobi
@SakajaJohnson
, and Mathare North MP Anthony Oluoch, we distributed relief food to over 3000 families affected by floods in Mathare.
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Today, as part of President
@WilliamsRuto
Ruto visionary Beta Agenda, I signed an MOU to establish the Walda Integrated Agro-pastrolism Development Project in collaboration with the County Government of Marsabit. This groundbreaking project marks a significant milestone in…
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Today held a meeting with Kakuzi MD, Chris Flowers and discussed launch of various value-added Kakuzi products.
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Delivered as promised!Thank H.E. President
@WilliamsRuto
,for keeping you word.A 50kg of fertilizers is now sold at kes 3,500,down from Sh6,500,this will cushion growers from high production costs & transform the sector into a profitable investment.
@rigathi
@KBCChannel1
@MyGovKe
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Arrived in Garrisa for the Garrisa Agricultural Exhibition under the theme empowering farmers through strengthening Agricultural Value Chains for sustainable developmen.
@kilimoKE
@simba_guleid
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On my LAST assignment as PS crops I met Bungoma and Trans Nzoia Governors to discuss matters post harvest loss control today.
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Today, I convened my inaugural meeting with the heads of all Regional Development Authorities and special programmes within the State Department for ASALs and Regional Development. I challenged them to set their priorities right,commit to delivering on the mandate of the…
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On behalf of the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, I received an award from the Open Group for our outstanding work on the Agriculture Sector Data Gateway (ASDG) project.
@kilimoKE
@InstituteGC
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Following my reassignment to the State Department for ASAL and Regional Development by H.E.
@WilliamsRuto
, I have today assumed my duties. I look forward to leading this department to even greater heights in our mission to promote the growth of ASAL and Regional Development.…
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Today joined leaders from Isiolo, Tana River and Marsabit at Kinna in Isiolo.
We have declared that we are fully behind H.E W Ruto in realising dev for the area.
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Today Joined H.E President Ruto in launching the Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi.
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I am pleased to announce that Nairobi, Kenya has been chosen as the site for the 2026 World Potato Congress. This prestigious event will bring together potato industry colleagues and partners from around the globe. It marks a significant milestone as it will be the first time…
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Today, I had a meeting with both the High Commissioner of India H.E Namgya Khampa ,H.E. Kumaran Periasamy, the Assistant Secretary of Economic Relations and Economic Partnerships at the Ministry of External Affairs in India and Indian Deputy Commissioner H.E Rohit Vadhwana.…
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Join me tomorrow from 8AM at Spice FM
@SpiceFMKE
as we discuss achieving food security in the country.
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Today, I met Simba Guleid
@simba_guleid
, the National Coordinator of the North Eastern Development Initiative NEDI. During our meeting, we engaged in a fruitful discussion regarding the development of agricultural opportunities in ASAL areas. It was a valuable exchange of ideas…
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Today in Rome, Italy held discussions with Kenyan Embassy officials on issues of promotion of Kenyan products.
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Rehema and Sunya are joining a powerful team of leaders in the North.
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We are expecting bumper harvest following the distribution of subsidized fertilizers during the onset of the rainy season. The government is working to improve storage systems through NCPB to minimize post-harvest losses and strengthen food reserves.We are committed to avoiding…
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Welcome Dr P.Rono
@DrRonohpaul
to the state department of crops as I proceed to ASAL Department.
@kilimoKE
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Gov't will revoke license of exporters who export immature avocadoes which negatively impact image of the fruit in overseas markets.They are transporting avocados without appropriate packaging & on open pick-ups, Probox & canters contrary to Crops regulations and crop act 2013
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Today, I had the privilege of joining H.E. President William Ruto as he officially inaugurated the one-week Nairobi International Trade Fair.This event has attracted more than 500 exhibitors spanning various sectors, including Agriculture.
Am happy this event continues to…
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Earlier today, the sensitization of Chief Executive Committee Members (CECMs) from 13 ASALs counties marked the start of a 7-month sensitization of KIAMIS program . This program is set to run across 45 counties with the aim of creating a reliable digitalized central database.…
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Together with PS Alex Wachira, PS Githoga Mugambi, and PS Patrick Kilemi, I had the honour of officiating the AGITECH GRAND EXPO 2023 and launching the Yara Knowledge Centre in Mwea, Kirinyaga County. The expo, themed "Reinventing Agriculture through Climate Smart Solutions and…
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I am delighted to represent Kenya at the AU and EU Agriculture Ministerial Conference in Rome, Italy. The conference serves as a platform for discussing and addressing critical issues related to resilient food systems and sustainable agricultural value chains.
Kenya is committed…
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Today,I joined other leaders from Marsabit & Isiolo to congratulate
@RehemaJaldesa
and
@SunyaOrre
on their appointment as CAS for Tourism,Wildlife & Heritage, and Water,Irrigation & Sanitation, respectively. We extend our deepest thanks to H.E
@WilliamsRuto
for these appointments
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The way of our people encompasses a rich tapestry of traditions, values, and beliefs passed down through generations.
Enjoying village life at Uran ,Sololo , Marsabit county.
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Today visited farmlands in Northern India.. Uttar Pradesh province, Merut district,65 KM north of New Delhi.
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With the Kenya Kwanza government plan to invest in irrigation fed agriculture, a huge potential to food security in the country lies in the ASAL counties .
The region is the next Frontier for production and wealth creation.
To achieve this, the government will focus on…
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Today, alongside CS Peninah Malonza, I had a discussion with all CEO and Managing Directors of the Regional Development Authorities and NDMA under the ASALS and Regional Development department to ensure they align their priorities with the BETA and Kenya Kwanza manifestation.…
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Attended a consultative engagement with the Board of Directors, Kenya Tea Development Agency
@KTDATea
chaired by CS
@mithika_Linturi
.The Ministry will establish orthodox tea lines & value addition common user facilities in efforts to maintain Tea as Kenya's top export earner.
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In response to the devastating impact of the El-nino rains causing significant damage and displacement, today, alongside MP Bura Yakub Adow, former governor Tana River county Hussein dado
@KenyaRedCross
Head Disaster Manager Dr. Michael Aiyabei visited the severely affected areas…
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Together with CS
@mithika_Linturi
Linthuri and PS
@jmueke
, we visited Edwin Ruto, a 35-year-old farmer in Kiplombe ward, Uasin County. Edwin cultivated 3 acres of maize with government-subsidized fertilizer support, and he is expecting to harvest more than 40 bags per acre.
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Earlier today held consultative meeting with Kuria East MP Marwa Kitayama. We discussed distribution of fertilizer and protection of Maize harvest.
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Today, I had the honor of giving the key note speech during the joint GoK-WFP after-action review meeting convened to take stock of the response programmes implemented by WFP during emergencies.
The meeting which was hosted by WFP brought together governors from ASALS counties…
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I am attending the 17th high-level session of the International Convention on Phytosanitary Measures in Rome, Italy! Proud to represent Kenya on a global stage for the entire week.Kenya is committed to a healthier and safer world.
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Today, I launched Agricultural Marketing strategy,(AMS) the gov't is prioritising development of agricultural market systems,
@kilimoKE
has identified six Agro-processing hubs which will increase our export base along different value chains,create jobs and attract investors.
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In Garrisa and Tana River counties to assess the impact of floods in these regions. The government has taken swift action by dispatching relief food and other essential supplies to aid those affected by the floods not only in these counties but also in other affected regions…
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Today, I had discussions with the
@AGRA_Africa
team, led by their President Dr
@Agnes_Kalibata
. AGRA supports development of sustainable seed systems, initiatives aimed at improving policy environments. I expressed my gratitude for their recent introduction of the Kwamboka rice…
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Received a courtesy call from Samburu County Governor, Lati Lelelit. We discussed collaboration between both levels of government to ensure successful execution of agricultural projects at the county level.
@SamburuCountyKE
@KenyaGovernors
@Lkinapet025
@kilimoKE
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Wishing our Muslims brothers and sisters Ramadan mubarak
May this holy month bring you and your loved ones health, happiness, and prosperity.
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I paid a courtesy call to Garissa County Governor, Nathif Jamaa, and we discussed matters related to agriculture. Later, we both attended the ongoing Garissa Agricultural Exhibition.
@kilimoKE
@Nathif_J_Adam
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Received generous donation from the Arab Republic of Egypt to Kenya.
The donation, comprising medical supplies and foodstuffs, arrives at a critical time and will undoubtedly provide much-needed relief to those affected by the recent floods.
This act of kindness reaffirms the…
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Today,
@kilimoKE
launched phase 2 of Kenya Integrated Agricultural Mgt Info Systems (KIAMIS).The Swedish gov't
@SwedeninKE
has offered Kes 650M grants for the project,which aims at creating farmers' digital databases & will be implemented by
@FAOKenya
&
@kilimoKE
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This morning, I signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the
@kilimoKE
and
@TradeMarkAfrica
on Agriculture sector data gateway (ASDG).
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I am excited to launch both the TANAFACO seed precessing Plant and Deep Tillage initiatives in Chala, Taveta. This marks a monumental milestone in our ongoing efforts to enhance access to high-quality seeds for our valued farmers. 1/6
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Today, I had the honor of gracing the handing over of kes 30 million projects to Merille Mixed Second school by Kenya Dryland Education Fund (KDEF) . Spearheading significant initiatives to uplift education and living standards in the school.
I launched the Livestock for Fees…
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I am pleased to have joined Kakuzi PLC in celebrating their significant branding achievement as they unveil their new brand. The State Department for Crop Development is proud of Kakuzi's progress in agribusiness, notably as an international ambassador for high-quality avocados…
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As the government, we have both the capability and determination to address this situation effectively. Rest assured, we are mobilizing resources, including the National Youth Service (NYS), to assist in flood-affected areas nationwide. With our preparedness in terms of manpower…
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I officially handed over and welcomed
@DrRonohpaul
to the State Department for Crop Development as I assumed duties in the ASAL and Regional Development.
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Today, with PS for Agriculture Dr. Paul Ronoh, we launched the Indian-Kenya Agriculture Business Forum in Nairobi, aiming to enhance bilateral agricultural cooperation.
The forum highlighted investment opportunities in mechanization, technology, and financial support for…
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The Kenya Kwanza government is committed to continuing to subsidize production to ensure food security in the country.
Held a committee meeting this morning to deliberate on the distribution of subsidized fertilizers to Vihiga ,Kisii ,Bungoma, Busia ,Nyamira and Kakamega…
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Today, I received a courtesy call from Mr Ikhyum Eom, the Managing Director for Korea Trading-Investment Agency (KOTRA).We discussed areas of collaboration between Kenya and South Korea.
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Today, I had the honor of joining CS Peninah Malonza to inaugurate two vital community water projects in Kisumu and Homa Bay counties.
At Oriwo Primary School in Kisumu county, the community water project is a testament to progress, capable of discharging 3,400 liters per hour,…
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1/4 Today, I opened the 1st Annual Agri-Africa Expo conference held at KICC.I encouraged exhibitors to organize county-level exhibitions to reach farmers in rural areas,as this would create more awareness about modern farming techniques and better marketing strategies.
@ntvkenya
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The Kenya Kwanza government
@WilliamsRuto
is committed to ensuring food security in the country .
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Together with first lady Mama Rachel Ruto ,EGH, we Visited families affected by floods in Thika West Sub County at St. John Kilimambogo Teachers College, Thika.
@MamaRachelRuto
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Today,on behalf of
@ASALs_Regional
I signed a memorandum of understanding with GivePower Kenya, solidifying our commitment to a collaborative effort in the implementation of Solar Water Farms (SWF) Projects within the challenging terrains of arid and semi-arid land (ASALS)…
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Kenyas livestock policy of FEEDLOTS establishment In ASAL counties has been widely lauded as an outstanding achievement in the IGAD region
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Today, addressing the impact of heavy rains in the coastal region, I presided over a meeting in Mombasa, bringing together multi-agency team comprising of government and partners.
The objective was to mobilize and coordinate immediate interventions and escalate efforts to…
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Joined DP H.E. Rigathi Gachagua
@rigathi
and CS Hon
@mithika_Linturi
during the opening of Eldoret National Show.
The theme of the show, which was organised by the Agric Society of Kenya, is :Promoting Climate Smart Agri & trade initiatives for Sustainable Economic Growth”
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Together with CS
@mithika_Linturi
Paid courtesy call on Zambian Minister of Agri Hon.Reuben Mtolo,also present are teams from
@FAOKenya
& FAO Zambia.Discussions centred on partnership btw two nations,particularly on agri as we thrive to solve food insecurity in the continent.
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Join me tomorrow morning (7am)to learn more about the significant progress the Kenya Kwanza government has achieved in the agriculture sector.
@SpiceFMKE
@KTNNewsKE
@kilimoKE
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Happy Eid Al -Adha to our Muslims brothers and sisters !
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Paid courtesy call to PS East African Community
@AbdiDubatF
.We discuss our shared commitment to enhancing the success of the ministry.
@EACAffairsKenya
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I launched the African Conference on Agricultural Technologies (ACAT)
@aatfafrica
, which aligns with Kenya's ASTGS, focusing on agricultural transformation and food security.
Kenya prioritizes agriculture for economic transformation and social development. The Bottom-Up Economic…
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Today, I visited Kirinyaga and Makueni counties to observe the ongoing farmers' registration exercise. To date, an impressive total of over 0.6M households have been successfully registered.
@AnneWaiguru
@GvnMutula
@kilimoKE
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Today, I launched the International Africa Avocado Congress Expo.This event is bringing together farmers and stakeholders from various countries in the world to celebrate and promote the avocado industry.
Avocado, the green gold, has the potential to create significant…
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Earlier today, I held a discussion with a delegation from Sri Lanka, led by Ambassador
@kanavkananathan
.He conveyed their intentions to manufacture organic fertilizers from the city's waste, with an estimated annual volume of 120,000 tonnes. These fertilizers will be packaged and…
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