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County livestock markets closed

Bungoma, Kenya: Veterinary department in Bungoma County has indefinitely closed down all livestock market rings following the outbreak of Foot and Mouth disease.

Bungoma South sub-county veterinary officer Wycliffe Wakhungu and his Kimilili sub-county counterpart Joseph Kanda said the move was necessary to caution farmers against losses, as they quarantine the animals to prevent the spread of the disease.

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