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Fears over Laikipia wetland as Tobiko vows action

Environment Cabinet Secretary Keriako Tobiko and Laikipia Governor Ndiritu Muriithi ride camels during the World Wetlands Day commemoration at Marura Swamp in Rumuruti, Laikipia County, yesterday. [James Munyeki, Standard]

Environment Cabinet Secretary Keriako Tobiko has refuted claims that the government wants to take over the Ewaso Narok wetland in Rumuruti, Laikipia County.

Residents have raised concern that the State is planning to reclaim the 50-hectare wetland, that is home to 173 bird species and a source of livelihood to residents.

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