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How Nyeri slum became hotbed of terrorism recruits

Sprawling Majengo slums within the outskirts of Nyeri town. [Mose Sammy, Standard]

Few residents of Nyeri County walk into Majengo slums unless they live there or have business to conduct therein. There is an instant sense of apprehension, like you’re being watched from behind. 

Majengo was in the limelight after the terror attack at the Dusit Hotel Complex in Nairobi last month.

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