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Power drill cost to drop after Sh18b rigs purchase

The Geothermal Development Company (GDC) has acquired seven drilling rigs worth Sh18 billion in a move expected to cut drilling cost. 

Previously, the company used to hire rigs. GDC Managing Director Silas Simiyu said the acquisition would save the country billions of shillings annually.

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