FAO warns of new locust invasion threat in Kenya, eastern Africa
A few swarms could spread further in Kenya and reach Tanzania, South Sudan and Uganda this month, the FAO warns.
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The desert locust invasion is the worst in 70 years for Kenya and the worst in 25 years for Somalia and Ethiopia.
Swarm of locusts spotted in expansive Juja farm, Kiambu
Locusts seen at Juja Farm in Juja Constituency ravaging plantations in an expansive bushy area that stretches 11km from the Thika highway.
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Ndambiri, who spoke at Riandira village where he visited to assess the situation, assured local farmers that their maize crop is not at risk.
Panic as locusts spotted in Kirinyaga village
The swarm of locusts has invaded several farms in Riandira village and residents fear their food crops may be destroyed.
UN warns locusts could invade Kenya
The UN has said that if an Ethiopian locust infestation is not brought under control then the insect could “invade” neighbouring countries.