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Mr Okumu’s experience reflects a changing food culture in parts of Kisumu County, where chicken, particularly ‘kuku mwitu’ that is sold in small portions, is increasingly finding its way into households that once regarded it as a luxury.

When I buy chicken worth Sh120, it is enough for my family.

Mercy Akinyi, a Kisumu resident, says chicken has become a regular feature of her family’s meals and is increasingly competing with other commonly consumed meats.