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Originally published by Nation CountiesJuly 27, 2026
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Home at last? Not for Lambwe's displaced families
Residents face forced relocation to pave way for construction of a new prison...
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Generations of families in Lambwe Valley, Homa Bay County, face the threat of another forced relocation as the government plans to move inmates from Homa Bay GK Prison to make way for the expansion of Tom Mboya University. This potential displacement echoes past evictions for the creation of Ruma National Park and a National Youth Service camp.
- Hundreds of families have been displaced multiple times in Lambwe Valley due to government projects.
- The current plan involves relocating inmates from Homa Bay GK Prison to make space for Tom Mboya University's expansion.
- Activists are calling for the suspension of the prison relocation until land disputes are resolved and demanding meaningful public participation.
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