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Food prices soar in Kisumu amidst surplus in Laikipia, Uasin Gishu

A tomato vendor goes about her business at Kibuye market in Kisumu County. [Collins Oduor/Standard]

As farmers in Uasin Gishu and Laikipia complain of a glut, one tomato is selling for Sh10 less than four hours away.

The lakeside city has been hit by a tomato shortage, pushing the prices out of the reach of many residents.

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