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With the New Year, let's try a little gentleness to survive these hard times

By Peter Kimani | 3mos ago

Lake Bogoria Spa Resort Group General Manager Lydia Dentewo, tourists and staff usher in the New Year in style, on January 1, 2026. ‎[Kipsang Joseph, Standard]

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