Street families a nuisance to shoppers

Kakamega, Kenya: Residents of Kakamega town are up in arms over the sharp increase of street children and families in the town, saying they pose a huge security threat to locals, business and visitors.

The street urchins, boys and girls aged between 12 and 18, are instilling fear and anxiety among the residents. Some street children have been accused of being dangerous criminals who target club revellers at night.