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Eldoret residents criticize hero selection after city elevation

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President William Ruto (centre), hands over the Eldoret City flag to Municipal Council Chairman Julius Kitur after the elevation of Eldoret town to city status. Looking on are Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii (centre),Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and CS Lands Alice Wahome.. August 15, 2024. [Peter Ochieng,Standard]

Pomp and colour characterized the elevation of Eldoret municipality to a city last week.

President William Ruto made the presidential declaration of the conferment of city status.

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