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Youth in Kisumu trained to spot and report election violence

A section of motorcycles belonging to various riders who attended a fundraiser at Nyamarambe in Kisii County last year. [Sammy Omingo, Standard]

Boda boda riders and youth in Kisumu have received training on early warning, response and non-violent agitation to political issues in preparation for the August 9 General Election.

Champions of Peace programme director Elly Opondo said the training, which was done in partnership with the Mercy Corps, was important to enhance peaceful co-existence towards the election.

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