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Ongwae issues 90 days for locals to cut down eucalyptus along rivers

Kisii's Gesusu Ward Representative Benson Ongeri cuts down eucalyptus trees planted along riparian areas in his ward. Kisii County Governor James Ongwae has urged residents to cut down all eucalyptus tress which are planted 30 meters from rivers and replace them with ingenious seedlings. [Sammy Omingo/Standard]

Kisii County Governor James Ongwae has issued a 90-day notice to commercial eucalyptus tree farmers along rivers to cut them down.

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