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Revamped rail to spur economy, says Mwadime

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SGR Voi station during Standard media group celebrate 100 years today on 1st December 2018 at Sarova Taita Hill hotel in Taita Taveta. [Edward Kiplimo,Standard]

The Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) express passenger train stopover in Voi will boost trade and tourism in Taita Taveta County, Governor Andrew Mwadime has said.

Mwadime said this after the Makadara passenger SGR train made its maiden stopover at Voi on Thursday, sparking celebrations from local and tourism sector players.

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