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Chuka, the economic hub of Tharaka Nithi undergoes a revamp

Chuka Town modern open air market along the Meru-Nairobi highway. [Olivia Murithi, Standard]

Chuka town is arguably the de facto economic hub of Tharaka Nithi County. This is despite the county’s headquarters being located in Kathwana.

The town that lies on the Eastern slopes of Mt Kenya, is located about 65 kilometres from Meru town and about 40 kilometers from Embu town, along the Meru-Nairobi highway.

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