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Kenya cancer cluster sparks “environmental genocide” claims

Kargi residents allege cancer cases are linked to toxic oil waste left during 1980s exploration.
WHO: Kargi residents
WHAT: Residents claim toxic oil waste from 1980s exploration is behind rising cancer cases.
WHEN: May 8, 2026 at 10:11 AM ET
WHERE: Kargi, Kenya
WHY: Residents allege the cancer cluster is caused by toxic waste left during oil exploration in the 1980s.

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