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Locust invasion now under control, CS Peter Munya says

A swarm of desert locust on a tree in a farm at Rwanyange in North Imenti, Meru County. The locusts have invaded different parts of the county, with residents expressing desperation as huge areas of crops are devoured. [Phares Mutembei, Standard]

The government has downplayed claims that it does not have adequate funds to combat the second invasion of locusts.

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Peter Munya said the current cash shortage in government will not affect its plans to tackle the problem.

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