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Red Cross seeks additional Sh1.5billion drought mitigation funds

Kenya Red Cross PHOTO:COURTESY

The Kenya Red Cross has revised upwards its drought appeal to Sh2.5 million to help address the worsening drought situation in the country.

The Chinese government yesterday donated foodstuff worth Sh16 million meant for most affected counties. They include Turkana, Marsabit, Samburu, Lamu, Laikipia, Baringo, Isiolo, Kitui and Narok. Chinese ambassador to Kenya Liu Xianfa presented the cheque to the Permanent Secretary for Special Programmes.

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