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FGM in Tharaka Nithi County is 27 percent, the highest in the Mt Kenya region. [Courtesy]
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) continues in Meru and Tharaka Nithi counties despite the National Government and the Njuri Ncheke Council of Elders banning the practice.
Council Secretary General (programmes) Washington Muthamia said the elders were keen to partner with other partners to eradicate harmful cultural practices.
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