Kirinyaga farmers want to be compensated

A group of farmers whose land was partially acquired in 2012 to pave way for the construction of Thiba mega dam protesting at the proposed dam site over their unpaid dues amounting to Sh 124 million yesterday despite a presidential directive on November 29. [PHOTO:MUNENE KAMAU/STANDARD]

Farmers whose lands were acquired for construction of Thiba Dam in Kirinyaga County have demanded compensation.

The 100 farmers have given the Government up to the end of this month to pay them Sh124 million or return their tittle deeds.