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Rise in femicide cases a national emergency, says Raila

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Azimio leader Raila Odinga. [File, Standard]

Azimio la Umoja leader Raila Odinga has condemned the recent surge in femicide cases in Kenya, saying it is now a 'national emergency.'

Odinga on Wednesday, January 17, expressed concern over the increase in reported cases of the murder of women and girls, saying it should not be taken as normal.

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