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Reprieve as standoff over 'Mama Shop' container at Chepseon market resolved

By The Standard January 21, 2026

Source: The Standard

Reprieve as standoff over 'Mama Shop' container at Chepseon market resolved

The Ministry of Agriculture and the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) have resolved an impasse surrounding the installation of shipping containers converted into grocery shops along the Kericho-Nakuru highway at Chepseon Market in Kipkelion East.The dispute had arisen over concerns that the containers, dubbed “Mama Shops,” might encroach on the road reserve.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock Full AccessUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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The dispute had arisen over concerns that the containers, dubbed “Mama Shops,” might encroach on the road reserve.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock Full AccessUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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