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Machakos County residents suffer as water shortage bites

Residents of Kyaume in Matungulu sub-county line up for water provided, free of charge, by local businessman Charles Kilonzo. Residents have been forced to walk long distances in search of water after a major shortage hit parts of the county. (PHOTO: ERASTUS MULWA/ STANDARD)

Residents have been forced to walk long distances in search of water after a major shortage hit parts of the county. 

Those living in towns are the hardest hit with a 20-litre container retailing at up to Sh30.

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