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Kisumu, Migori economies stall as businesses remain shut, residents avoid towns for fear of chaos

General Service Officers clear the road at Kondele in Kisumu County after it was barricaded by youth Monday. [PHOTO: COLLINS ODUOR/STANDARD]

KISUMU COUNTY: Business in Kisumu was at a standstill as most premises in the Central Business District were closed for fear of violence, while heavy police presence was witnessed in the lakeside city.

A spot check by The Standard revealed that only banks and supermarkets were open but the number of clients was significantly low.

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