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Drought, soaring food prices pushing millions into hunger

By The Standard January 13, 2026

Source: The Standard

Drought, soaring food prices pushing millions into hunger

Carcass of a cow ravaged by drought in Kongor village, Tirioko Ward, Baringo County.[File, Standard]

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