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Jul
Malaba Municipality in Busia has issued a notice requiring residents occupying public land and encroaching on road reserves to vacate within 21 days. The directive, issued on June 24, 2024 by Municipality Manager Francis Asoyong, aims to facilitate the municipality's reorganization efforts. Failure to comply will lead to the demolition of structures at the owners' expense, as stated in the notice. Concerns over poor drainage and increased traffic due to land encroachment have prompted this move. Traders are appealing for more time and alternative operating locations before the eviction begins, citing challenges from purchasing land with disputed titles. Residents await…