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Closed border point poised to reopen as security in Mandera improve

KDF soldiers under the command of Deputy Chief off Defense forces Lt Gen Richard Kibochi (clutching on a walking stick) during inspection of the security fence in Mandera.

The once vibrant Kenya-Somalia border point in Mandera town that has remained closed for several years could soon be reopened.

This follows improved security brought about by the ongoing construction of a border wall that has covered nearly 20km since the work started in 2015.

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