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Author: kenyans.co.kePublished on: November 5, 2026Country: Kenya

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Residents of Nairobi and neighbouring counties reported earth tremors on Thursday, November 5, 2026, following an earthquake in Lake Victoria. The article’s available information places the tremors in Nairobi and three other counties but gives no details on their strength or any damage.

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