Bomas loses 7-year fight for Sh85m land compensation

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Bomas loses 7-year fight for Sh85m land compensation

The Bomas of Kenya has lost its battle for Sh85 million in compensation for land that was hived off to pave the way for the expansion of Lang’ata Road.

Source: Business Daily

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