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Governor Barasa sets stage for formation of Malava municipal board

By Mary Imenza | 5mos ago

Governor Barasa with his County officers during the upgrading of Amalemba and Kambi Somali road in Kakamega on March 18, 2025. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard]

Plans to establish the Malava Municipal Board is at an advanced stage, Governor Fernandes Barasa has announced.

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