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Mathenge tree ideal for chapatis, but also blocks roads, diverts rivers

Prosopis juliflora (Mathenge Tree) plant at Nalepo village in Marigat, Baringo South. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard]

The tree was of interest during World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought.

It is found in up to 20 counties on more than 2 million hectares.

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