Kenyans swap gas for charcoal as prices soar

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Al Jazeera English published this video item, entitled “Kenyans swap gas for charcoal as prices soar” – below is their description.

The cost of gas is becoming untenable for many Kenyans, and the search for alternatives is leading some to the forests for charcoal.

As a result, environmentalists are worried about illegal logging in protected areas.

Al Jazeera’s @Catherine Soi reports from Kitui county in eastern Kenya.

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Al Jazeera English YouTube Channel

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